Neil Young files second lawsuit against Trump for unauthorised use of Rockin’ in the Free World at rallies
Summary
Neil Young filed a $10 million copyright lawsuit against Trump 47 Committee Inc., alleging that Donald Trump’s campaign group used “Rockin’ in the Free World” at rallies without permission. Young also seeks an order barring further use of the song, which he says harms his reputation by suggesting he supports Trump.Key Facts
- Young filed the lawsuit on Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
- The suit alleges that the song was played at a Trump rally in Ohio on October 12 and at other rallies promoting Republican votes in the midterm elections.
- Young previously sued Donald J Trump for President Inc. in 2020 over alleged unlicensed use of the song.
- According to the new suit, the 2020 case was settled with a promise that the organization would not use the song again without a license and Young’s permission.
- Young is seeking $10 million in damages and an injunction against further public performances of the song.
- The Trump administration had not responded to the lawsuit at the time of the article.
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