The White Stripes Suddenly Drop Copyright Lawsuit Against Trump Campaign
The White Stripes have voluntarily dismissed their federal copyright infringement lawsuit against Donald Trump, his campaign, and aide Margo Martin. The case was dismissed without prejudice, allowing for potential refiling in the future.
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The lawsuit originated from the Trump campaign's unauthorized use of "Seven Nation Army" in social media videos. Jack White publicly opposed this usage on Instagram, stating "Oh, don't even think about using my music, you fascists." The band's lawsuit emphasized their strong opposition to Trump's policies and proposed second-term agenda.
This case joins a growing trend of musicians protecting their work from political use. Notable artists including ABBA, Celine Dion, and Foo Fighters have similarly opposed Trump's campaign using their music. In response, the Artist Rights Alliance has drafted an open letter, signed by prominent musicians like Aerosmith, Elton John, and The Rolling Stones, calling for campaigns to obtain explicit consent before using artists' music.
The outcome of this case remains uncertain, as Jack and Meg White retain the right to refile their lawsuit.
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