Twitter removes Trump retweet video after Linkin Park complain of unauthorized use of their music
Linkin Park are not the first band to take issue with use of their music.
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The group's late lead singer Chester Bennington was outspoken in his disapproval of the Republican president.
LOS ANGELES: Twitter has taken down a campaign-style video retweeted by President Donald Trump after rock group Linkin Park issued a cease-and-desist order over the unauthorized use of their music, media reports said.
The video, which featured a cover of the band's 2001 hit "In the End," was posted by White House social media director Dan Scavino and retweeted on Saturday by Trump.
The tweet now says: "This media has been disabled in response to a report by the copyright owner."
Linkin Park said they did not authorize the use of their music by Trump or his campaign.
"Linkin Park did not and does not endorse Trump, nor authorize his organization to use any of our music. A cease and desist has been issued," the rock group said on Twitter.
Linkin Park did not and does not endorse Trump, nor authorize his organization to use any of our music. A cease and desist has been issued.
The group's late lead singer Chester Bennington was outspoken in his disapproval of the Republican president.
"Trump is a greater threat to the USA than terrorism!! We have to take back our voices and stand for what we believe in," Bennington tweeted in 2017.
Linkin Park are not the first band to take issue with the president's use of their music. The Rolling Stones last month threatened legal action against Trump if he does not stop using their songs at his campaign rallies.
Queen, Rihanna, Aerosmith, Adele, Neil Young, Dexys Midnight Runners, Panic! at the Disco and the family of the late Tom Petty have also complained about Trump's use of their music.
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Entertainment industry bible Variety said commentators had noted the pro-Trump video's bizarre choice of "In the End," whose lyrics include the chorus: "I tried so hard, And got so far, But in the end, It doesn't even matter."
Trump Women Go Desi On Their India Visit; Rock Sherwanis, Jumpsuits & Vibrant Floral Dresses
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The moment President Donald Trump announced his two-day visit to India, fashion enthusiasts all over the country and beyond, couldn’t help but speculate what the two ladies from the First Family - Melania and Ivanka Trump would don.
Both women are known for their fashion choices, no matter what the occasion is. Be it their tours and visits to other nations or something as routine as going to a campaign rally, Melania and Ivanka have rarely disappointed with their sartorial choices.
Ahead of their India visit, all eyes were on the two women and keeping up with the trend, the Trump women didn’t disappoint. Let’s take a look at the style statement that Melania and Ivanka made on their two-day visit to India.
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Fashion enthusiasts all over the nation knew that they’ll get to witness high-end fashion. Ivanka Trump’s wardrobe was a breath of fresh air as it was high-end, yet sustainable.
The 38-year-old American businesswoman wore a beautiful baby blue dress with red coloured flowers printed on it. The dress by New-York based designer Proenza Schouler earned applause from many, not just for it’s style but also for the statement that Ivanka made by choosing it. It wasn’t the first time the 38-year-old was wearing the dress, having also opted for it during her visit to Argentina last year.
While several celebrities and brands are now moving towards sustainable fashion, it was indeed a praiseworthy move on Ivanka’s part to start a conversation about the same. Jane Fonda, too, started a conversation around sustainable fashion by wearing the same dress at the Oscars this year that she wore for Cannes 2014. Joaquin Phoenix, too, in his acceptance speech spoke about sustainability.
Fashion enthusiasts all over the nation knew that they’ll get to witness high-end fashion. Ivanka Trump’s wardrobe was a breath of fresh air as it was high-end, yet sustainable.The 38-year-old Americ..
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Those who say high-end fashion and comfort don’t go hand-in-hand are clearly mistaken. There is no dearth of stunning outfits that look good and at the same time, are comfortable to wear. Case in point, First Lady Melania Trump’s outfit that she donned on the first day of her visit to India.
Melania Trump rocked a white jumpsuit by French-American designer Herve Pierre, accessorised with a green and gold embroidered sash, as she walked out of the Air Force One along with President Donald Trump.
The First Lady paid a subtle tribute to India with her wardrobe, as the sash was discovered by the designer in an early 20th century Indian textile document given to him by his friends.
Those who say high-end fashion and comfort don’t go hand-in-hand are clearly mistaken. There is no dearth of stunning outfits that look good and at the same time, are comfortable to wear. Case in poi..
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If you thought day one of Trump ladies’ visit to India was high on fashion, wait till you read about day two. The women from the First Family outdid themselves in terms of fashion on the final day of their visit. Ivanka Trump went desi and made a powerful statement in an Anita Dogre sherwani.
The classic, white sherwani took the Internet by storm and became a talking point on social media. The sherwani was made out of handwoven silk from Murshidabad, West Bengal. When asked, designer Anita Dongre called the outfit ‘timeless and such a classic’.
To many, it seemed like Ivanka was emulating Melania who wore white on both days of her India visit. This is not the first time a foreign dignitary has donned an Anita Dogre collection. In the past, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, Queen Mathilde of Belgium, Sophie Trudeau, the First Lady of Canada and Hillary Clinton, Former First Lady of the United States have all worn outfits by the designer.
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The First Lady rocked a floral-embroidered belted cotton-poppy shirtdress on her visit to Rashtrapati Bhawan on day two. Melania also happened to visit the Government schools in Delhi and attend the Happiness Program in the school.
The dress gave major spring/ summer fashion vibes. With a collared neckline and folded sleeves, complete with a red belt, Melania dressed her sartorial best. The Carolina Herrera dress costs approximately Rs 1,15,265 and is available for purchase on the designer’s website.
Just like day 1, Melania rocked loose hair, minimal make-up and slayed everyone with her outfit choice.
The First Lady rocked a floral-embroidered belted cotton-poppy shirtdress on her visit to Rashtrapati Bhawan on day two. Melania also happened to visit the Government schools in Delhi and attend the ..
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Ivanka Trump made a statement promoting sustainable fashion on the very first day of her visit to India. On her final day, the budding businesswoman made another powerful statement by going for an Indian designer for the second day in a row.
The 38-year-old rocked a full-length Anarkali suit with a front slit by Indian designer Rohit Bal. The bandhgala style suit had beautiful floral embroideries and intricate work with golden wires on the sleeves.
Ivanka’s outfit is a part of Bal’s famous Guldastah collection, which is a tribute to Rohit’s birthplace, Kashmir. The Anarkali suit comes after Ivanka had donned a classic, white sherwani by Anita Dogre on her second day.
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Making the final fashion statement of the night and ending her visit on a high note, the First Lady went for a bubblegum pink dress by Carolina Herrera. With a knee-high slit, flowy sleeves and a high neck, Melania slayed everyone with her killer outfit.
Mrs Trump went all out when it came to accessories. She donned pretty kundan jhumkas and gave a desi twist to her wardrobe. The cherry on top of the cake was a pair of pink and white kitten heels which complemented her dress well.
Making the final fashion statement of the night and ending her visit on a high note, the First Lady went for a bubblegum pink dress by Carolina Herrera. With a knee-high slit, flowy sleeves and a hig..
