Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump, faced backlash after using Beyoncé's song "Freedom" in a campaign video, leading to a cease-and-desist from her representatives. The usage of the song, formerly associated with Kamala Harris and the Democratic National Convention, highlighted possible copyright infringement and campaign ethics. Following this, the 13-second clip was swiftly removed from social media platforms, showcasing the ongoing tensions between music licensing and political campaigning.
The controversy emerged when a video of Trump’s campaign, featuring the popular song "Freedom" by Beyoncé, surfaced online. This song, previously leveraged by Kamala Harris, stirred up legal issues regarding the unauthorized use of the artist's likeness and music for political promotion. As a result, Trump's campaign had to retract the video, signaling the complexities artists face when their works are co-opted in political contexts.
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