Harvard economist Ricardo Hausmann is facing scrutiny after AI was used to help shape a Financial Times op-ed criticizing Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The publication later added an editorial note acknowledging that AI had condensed a longer draft before submission, despite its rules against AI involvement in the writing process. AI-detection tool Pangram estimated that 71% of the 841-word column was machine-generated, prompting criticism from academics and readers. Some questioned the writing quality, disclosure, and editorial oversight, while others pointed to the awkward contrast with universities warning students about AI shortcuts. Hausmann has not responded to requests for comment.
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