A prominent pop singer has publicly denounced the use of one of her tracks in a video produced by the current presidential administration. The clip, which promoted immigration enforcement operations, featured audio from her music.
In a sharp online statement, the artist called the video “evil and disgusting” and demanded that her work not be used to advance what she termed an “inhumane agenda.”
The administration responded defiantly. A spokesperson, in a statement that referenced the singer’s album and song lyrics, refused to apologize for the enforcement actions depicted. The spokesperson asserted the operations target individuals convicted of serious crimes and questioned the judgment of anyone who would oppose them.
The video in question showed federal agents detaining individuals, set to the artist’s music. The administration’s social media caption for the post included a playful phrase popularized by the singer’s own hit song.
The singer’s criticism was met with significant support from fans online. Many applauded her for using her platform to speak out, with some calling her stance historically correct. Others urged her to pursue legal action, such as copyright claims, to prevent any future unauthorized use of her music by government entities.
The incident highlights the ongoing tension between political messaging and artistic expression, as creators increasingly contest the use of their work in partisan contexts.
