Ariana Grande Objects to White House's Use of Her Music in Immigration Video
Ariana Grande has requested the White House to refrain from using her music in a social media video promoting its immigration policies. The video, shared on TikTok, features border agents detaining individuals with Grande's song "Bye" playing in the background. Grande expressed her disapproval of the use of her music in connection with what she described as barbaric and inhumane actions.
In response to Grande's comment, a White House spokesperson defended the video, stating that the real issue lies with criminal illegal aliens who have harmed innocent American citizens. The video showcases border officers detaining individuals, placing them in handcuffs, and transporting them to detention centers.
Following Grande's objection, her comment was removed, and the sound in the video was muted. This incident adds Grande to the list of artists who have requested that their music not be used by Trump's team to support his policy agenda. Other artists, such as Sabrina Carpenter, ABBA, Céline Dion, and Beyoncé, have also voiced similar concerns in the past.
In conclusion, Ariana Grande has made it clear that she does not want her music associated with what she considers to be cruel and unjust practices. The White House's use of her song in a video promoting immigration policies has sparked controversy and led to Grande's public objection. Artists continue to assert their rights to control the use of their music in political contexts.