In the latest chapter of Donald Trump’s ongoing music saga, Beyoncé is reportedly ready to take legal action against the former president. The pop star has issued a stern warning to Trump’s campaign over the unauthorised use of her song Freedom. The controversy began on 20 August, when Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump’s campaign, shared a video on Twitter. The clip, showcasing Trump deboarding his plane, featured Beyoncé’s track Freedom playing in the background.
The tweet was posted with the caption “Touchdown in Michigan!! @realDonaldTrump. This sparked immediate backlash from the BeyHive, according to Rolling Stone. According to sources close to Beyoncé, the singer is not pleased with how her music is being used. Beyoncé did not give permission for this use of Freedom,” an insider said. “She is considering legal action to stop it.”
The song had recently made its debut in a campaign ad for Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention. Harris had even used the track as her walk-on music at the event, according to The Daily Beast.
Beyoncé’s frustration is not surprising. The pop star’s management had explicitly permitted Harris’s campaign to use the song. This does not extend to Trump’s campaign Beyoncé’s legal team is likely to send a cease-and-desist letter, demanding that the former president stop using the track immediately. This incident highlights Trump’s recurring issues with music rights.
Throughout his political career, artists have challenged him legally for using their music without consent. The most recent case involves the family of Isaac Hayes. The family is suing Trump for using his iconic song Hold On (I’m Coming) at various rallies. Hayes’ family claims that Trump’s use of the song infringes on their rights and misrepresents their late father’s legacy.
In response to the Beyoncé situation, Cheung’s tweet, has now been removed, according to Entertainment Weekly
However, the use of Beyoncé’s music without permission could lead to serious legal consequences.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The situation remains fluid, with both sides preparing for a potential courtroom clash.
The broader context of Trump’s use of music highlights a troubling trend for the former president.
His campaigns have a history of using songs by artists who explicitly oppose his policies and candidacy.
This disregard for intellectual property rights has not only sparked legal battles but also contributed to ongoing public disputes.
POLITICS AND MUSIC
In the world of politics and music, this clash between Beyoncé and Trump underscores the importance of respecting artists’ rights.
As Beyoncé prepares to take action, it remains to be seen how this dispute will unfold. One thing is clear: the pop star’s influence and legal team are formidable, and Trump’s campaign might be in for a tough fight. As the situation develops, both Beyoncé’s fans and Trump supporters will be watching closely.
The outcome of this legal battle could set a precedent for how political campaigns use music in the future. For now, the drama continues to unfold, with Beyoncé standing firm in her commitment to protect her artistic work.
Source: People
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