Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan and co-writer Noah Levine objected to the White House’s use of their song “American Cars” in a social media post by President Trump. The White House posted a video about a General Motors facility with the caption “Made in America is BACK,” which featured the song.
Kahan responded publicly in the comments section, stating he would “never approve of my music being used in support of you or this administration.” According to reports, Kahan and Levine demanded that the White House cease using the song, indicating the use had not been authorized.
The incident raises questions about permissions and the use of copyrighted music by government accounts on social media platforms. The sources do not indicate whether the White House has responded to the demand or taken down the post.