"Mr. Grant’s battle with the former President began in August 2020, before his election to the White House, when the songwriter's counsel issued a cease and desist letter to Donald Trump’s campaign team."
"As a staunch believer of artist's rights and the ability to control their creative output, Mr. Grant believes that the decision will help others in their fight against the unauthorized use of sound recordings and musical compositions."
"Judge John G. Koeltl rejected arguments from Mr. Trump’s lawyers that the Twitter video was shielded under copyright's fair use doctrine, which allows for the use of protected works in certain situations."
"Dozens of other artists have objected to the use of their songs at Trump rallies in recent months including Abba, Foo Fighters, Celine Dion and Johnny Marr."
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