What happened: The Trump administration used Sabrina Carpenter's song and Franklin the Turtle's image in social media posts related to deportation and drug trafficker killings without permission. Both parties have expressed disapproval of this usage.
Why it matters:
- Highlights issues around copyright and political use of creative content.
- Affects artists and rights holders concerned about unauthorised use of their work.
MNN Take: This situation underscores the importance of obtaining proper permissions before using creative works in political messaging to respect intellectual property rights.
Sources: BBC News (Breaking)