Pokemon Responds To DHS' Video Using The Original Anime's Theme - Kotaku

"On Monday, the Department of Homeland Security posted a gross video of ICE making multiple arrests set to the original Pokemon anime's theme song, as well as using interstitial cuts of the show, and creating mock-ups of trading cards for several of the individuals arrested."

""We are aware of a recent video posted by the Department of Homeland Security that includes imagery and language associated with our brand," the statement reads. "Our company was not involved in the creation or distribution of this content, and permission was not granted for the use of our intellectual property.""

""I don't see them doing anything about this for a few reasons," McGowan told IGN. "First, think of how little you see [The Pokemon Company International]'s name in the press," McGowan told IGN. "They are INSANELY publicity-shy and prefer to let the brand be the brand. "Second, many of their execs in the USA are on green cards. Even if I was still at the company I wouldn't touch this, and I'm the most trigger-happy [Chief Legal Officer] I've ever met. This will blow over in a couple of days and they'll be happy to let it.""

The Department of Homeland Security posted a video showing ICE conducting multiple arrests set to the original Pokemon anime theme, incorporating interstitial clips and mock trading cards for several arrestees. The video reached millions of viewers and sparked calls for legal action. The Pokemon Company said it was not involved in creating or distributing the content and that permission for use of its intellectual property was not granted. The company did not announce further legal measures. Former Pokemon legal chief Doug McGowan said he would avoid pursuing the case, citing the company's publicity-averse stance and immigration-status concerns among U.S. executives.

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