GENERAL3 Sept 2026
Trump administration backs OpenAI in New York Times’ copyright case over training of chatbots
The Trump administration has entered the copyright fight between OpenAI and The New York Times. It supports OpenAI, saying training AI on news articles is fair use. The Justice Department argues public benefits outweigh harm to publishers. This case could shape how AI companies use content worldwide. If you create content, watch how courts treat AI training.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Justice Department filed court papers on September 1, 2026, supporting OpenAI's fair use argument.
- The government says training AI models on writings found online has benefits that outweigh competitive harm.
- The New York Times accused the administration of siding with trillion-dollar AI companies over creators whose work was stolen.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you publish original content, keep an eye on this case as it moves through the courts — the decision could affect how AI companies use written work.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
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