The band The White Stripes is taking legal action against Donald Trump.
The well-known guitar riff from "Seven Nation Army" by renowned rock band The White Stripes is no longer solely resonating in football arenas. Now, controversial figurehead Donald Trump is incorporating it into his agenda. The band's lead vocalist, Jack White, has since taken legal steps in response. White posted a screenshot of the lawsuit on Instagram. The lawsuit, initiated in New York, additionally includes Trump's spokesperson, Margo Martin.
This action comes as a subsequent move to a threat White made on Instagram in late August. He also shared a video featuring Martin, which she initially uploaded on the X platform. In the since-deleted clip, Trump is seen boarding an airplane. White warned, "Don't even think about utilizing my music." He then announced the lawsuit, underscoring his warning with the iconic guitar riff from the hit song.
Trump has a history of sparking controversy through his use of popular music. In August, singer Céline Dion openly expressed her opposition, stating that she didn't approve of Trump using her music for his political campaign. The performance of "My Heart Will Go On" at a rally held in Montana lacked approval, she explained via the X platform. "Really, [that song]?" she questioned in surprise.
Despite Trump's history of using popular music in his political events, causing oppositions like Céline Dion, he's now using the iconic "Seven Nation Army" riff in his agenda. This has led to a legal battle initiated by Jack White in New York, claiming Trump and his spokesperson, Margo Martin, should cease using the music.
