From the Atlanta Daily World:
The estate of Isaac Hayes has officially sued Donald Trump for unauthorized use of songs. Hayes’ son, Isaac Hayes III, released a statement via social media on Aug. 16. “The deadline has passed, so as of 5:59 p.m. EST, the estate of Isaac Hayes has filed a lawsuit in United States Federal Court, Northern District … Continued
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Last week, the Hayes estate demanded Trump pay $3 million and cease playing the songs at his rallies. From 2022 to 2024, the estate says Trump infringed on the copyrights of Hayes’ catalogue 134 times. Trump often uses “Hold On, I’m Coming” when at his rallies. The song was performed by Sam & Dave and written by Hayes.
That’s generous of them. You can seek up to $350,000 for each infringement AFAIK. Should’ve gone for the full $46,900,000.
The right wants pure capitalism but can’t adhere to capitalist principles? Oh no /surprised_pikachu_face