🧮 Did AI Influence The Latest U.S. Tariffs?

Recent reports suggest that AI may have played a role in shaping the Trump campaign’s new tariff proposals. A document circulating online outlines a “formula” for calculating tariffs that’s eerily consistent with outputs from language models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and even Grok.

The details? A tiered tariff structure based on country-of-origin and trade balance and phrasing remarkably similar to that found in large language model (LLM) outputs.

So, did they actually use AI?
There’s no hard proof—but experts say the linguistic fingerprints are suspicious. One political advisor even hinted at “automated assistance” being involved, though the campaign denies using AI tools directly. Others argue this is just the way policy wonks talk.

Whether AI was used or not, it raises a bigger question: Should governments be using LLMs to generate economic policy? What are the benefits of faster modeling vs. the risks of bias, hallucinations, or lack of oversight?

🤔 What it means for the future
Even if this was just a test, it sets a precedent. Are we entering an era of “LLM-assisted legislation”? Could campaign platforms be increasingly AI-generated? And what happens when multiple political parties start using different models? So many questions, and so little time to answer…. AI is moving FAST!

🧠 AI Therapy Chatbot Cuts Depression Symptoms in Half

In the first-ever randomized controlled trial of its kind, an AI-powered therapy chatbot reduced depression symptoms by 50%—matching gold-standard results typically seen with human-led cognitive behavioral therapy.

Developed in partnership with researchers at Dartmouth, the bot provided structured, personalized sessions to users dealing with anxiety and depression. Participants who used it three times a week for 8 weeks reported similar or better improvements than control groups receiving standard care.

With mental health services stretched thin, tools like this could dramatically increase access. But researchers are quick to clarify: AI isn’t replacing therapists—it’s offering support where there’s none.

💬 How it works
The chatbot delivers short, daily or weekly sessions that mimic the structure of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It tailors responses using real-time mood tracking and conversational feedback, helping users develop new coping skills and challenge negative thinking patterns. The system also allows users to revisit past conversations, reinforcing consistent learning.

🧭 Where it's headed
Researchers envision AI therapy becoming a supplement to in-person care or a lifeline in regions where mental health services are hard to find. With further studies planned for PTSD, anxiety, and youth populations, these tools could transform how we approach emotional wellness—making help accessible, scalable, and stigma-free.

🧩 AI Quiz of the Week

Which of the following statements is TRUE based on this week’s newsletter?

A) AI therapy chatbots are banned in most U.S. states due to lack of regulation
B) There is confirmed proof that Trump’s new tariff plan was written by ChatGPT
C) A therapy chatbot reduced depression symptoms by 50% in a clinical trial
D) Midjourney V7 was used to generate fake receipts as political protest

🖱️ Scroll to the bottom of this newsletter for the answer

This Week’s Scoop 🍦

🎶 China counters Trump tariffs with AI-generated songs and videos

 💼 AI expected to impact up to 40% of global jobs

 🧠 OpenAI releases roadmap for future AI agent development

🃏 Google’s AI falls for April Fools prank, causes stir

 🎨 Midjourney V7 finally launches with enhanced realism

 📉 New surveys show U.S. public increasingly uneasy about AI

✍️ Challenge of the Week: Write Your AI Autobiography

📌 How it works:

• Prompt an LLM like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude: “Write an autobiography of me, 15 years from now, if I had fully embraced AI in my personal and professional life.”
  

• Include details about your job, daily routines, habits, and AI-powered tools you use.
  

• Keep it to one page and share the most surprising or inspiring parts with us!
  

🧠 Bonus points if it includes both triumphs and unexpected challenges.

Share your strip with us by replying to this email. Funniest or most creative ones might get featured next week!

Answer to AI Quiz of the week

Correct Answer: C
In a groundbreaking clinical trial, an AI-powered therapy chatbot was shown to cut depression symptoms by half—matching gold-standard results from traditional therapy. No replacement for human care, but a huge step toward greater mental health access!

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That’s it for this week’s Jumble! From AI potentially guiding economic decisions to mental health breakthroughs and storytelling experiments, we’re clearly living in the age of augmentation. What do you think—should governments be using AI to shape policy? And how are you using it to shape your future?

Stay informed, stay curious, and stay ahead with Jumble!

Zoe from Jumble