"Yooo DHS i didnt approve to be used in this. I know you know my address so send a check. And please take this down and please keep me out of your 'banger' deportation videos. When it comes to immigration my thoughts and heart are alot more nuanced than this video allows. Bye!"
"We are aware of a recent video posted by the Department of Homeland Security that includes imagery and language associated with our brand. 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."
"Heard you got deported, dude. Bye"
The Department of Homeland Security posted meme-style content on its X account using the Pokémon catchphrase "Gotta Catch 'Em All" to liken ICE arrests to hunting creatures, ending with mugshots displayed as fake Pokémon cards with alleged crimes listed. The account also clipped a Theo Von soundbite, "Heard you got deported, dude. Bye," to celebrate deportation actions. Neither Theo Von nor The Pokémon Company International were notified or gave permission for the use of their likenesses or intellectual property. The Pokémon Company confirmed no involvement and no permission was granted. The social approach mimics viral, meme-driven tactics used by other official accounts.
Read at Fast Company
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