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This conflict underscores the broader issue of how AI is integrated into media organizations and the role of union contracts in ensuring AI accountability. Politico maintains its commitment to journalistic ethics and contractual obligations while embracing AI advancements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Politico is facing a legal dispute with its newsroom&#8217;s union, the PEN Guild, over the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in their journalism practices. 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