Jack White Gives Donald Trump a Heads Up: “Lawsuit Coming From My Lawyers”

The White Stripes Singer-Songwriter Issues Cease and Desist

White's Team Demands Trump Cease Using "Seven Nation Army"

Jack White, the lead singer of The White Stripes, has sent a cease and desist letter to former President Donald Trump, demanding that he stop using the band's hit song "Seven Nation Army" at his rallies.

In a statement, White's attorney, Alex Spiro, said that the use of the song without permission was a "blatant infringement" of the band's copyright.

“We are confident that we will prevail in this lawsuit and that Donald Trump will be held accountable for his infringement of our client’s copyright,” Spiro said.

The letter, which was obtained by Rolling Stone, states that Trump's use of the song is "unauthorized and illegal," and that White's team has "repeatedly requested" that Trump stop using it.

The letter also states that White is "deeply offended" by Trump's use of the song, which he says is "associated with division, hate, and violence."

“The song has been used by White Stripes fans to express unity and hope, and it is deeply offensive to see it used for divisive and hateful purposes,” Spiro said.

The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army" has been a popular anthem at Trump's rallies since 2016. The song has also been used by other Republican candidates, including Mitt Romney and John McCain.

White is not the first musician to take legal action against Trump for using their music without permission. In 2020, the Rolling Stones sent a cease and desist letter to Trump after he used their song "You Can't Always Get What You Want" at a rally.

The use of copyrighted music without permission is a violation of the law. Artists have the right to control how their music is used, and they can take legal action to protect their rights.

What is a Cease and Desist Letter?

A cease and desist letter is a legal document that demands that someone stop doing something that is causing harm. In this case, White's attorney is demanding that Trump stop using "Seven Nation Army" at his rallies.

Cease and desist letters are often used to resolve disputes without going to court. If the recipient of the letter does not comply with the demands, the sender may file a lawsuit.

What Happens if Trump Ignores the Cease and Desist Letter?

If Trump ignores the cease and desist letter, White's team could file a lawsuit against him. If they win the lawsuit, they could be awarded damages for the unauthorized use of the song.

Trump could also be ordered to stop using the song at his rallies. If he does not comply with the court order, he could be held in contempt of court.

Conclusion

Jack White's cease and desist letter is a reminder that artists have the right to control how their music is used. Trump's unauthorized use of "Seven Nation Army" is a violation of the law, and White is within his rights to take legal action to protect his copyright.

It remains to be seen whether Trump will comply with the cease and desist letter. If he does not, it is likely that White will file a lawsuit against him.