Neil Young files $10 million lawsuit against Trump 47 Committee over song use

Neil Young files $10 million lawsuit against Trump 47 Committee over song use

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According to NBC News, Neil Young sued the Trump 47 Committee in a Virginia federal court on October 12, 2026, seeking $10 million in damages over the unauthorized use of his 1989 song “Rockin’ in the Free World” at a campaign rally. Rolling Stone reported that the lawsuit alleges the committee used the song at an Ohio rally despite a prior settlement, adding that Young claims the use harms his reputation. The filing follows Young’s longstanding efforts to protect his copyrighted works, and the case now proceeds in federal court.

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Neil Young Trump fundraising committee

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Virginia, United States Youngstown, Ohio, United States

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October 27, 2026
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Neil Young files $10 million lawsuit over Trump campaign's use of "Rockin' in the Free World"
Neil Young files $10 million lawsuit over Trump campaign's use of "Rockin' in the Free World"

NBC News • 27 Oct 14:45

Neil Young has sued the Trump 47 Committee in Virginia federal court, alleging copyright infringement and claiming the song's use harms his reputation.

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Neil Young sues Donald Trump for $10 million over unauthorized use of "Rockin' in the Free World"
Neil Young sues Donald Trump for $10 million over unauthorized use of "Rockin' in the Free World"

PennLive.com • 27 Oct 09:00

Rock musician Neil Young has filed a $10 million copyright infringement lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump, alleging the song was played at political rallies without a proper license.

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Neil Young sues President Trump for $10 million over use of "Rockin' In The Free World"
Neil Young sues President Trump for $10 million over use of "Rockin' In The Free World"

Deadline • 27 Oct 01:48

Musician Neil Young has filed a $10 million copyright infringement lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump, alleging unauthorized use of his 1991 song at political rallies.

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Neil Young sues Trump fundraising committee for $10 million over song use
Neil Young sues Trump fundraising committee for $10 million over song use

Rolling Stone • 27 Oct 01:30

Neil Young has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the Trump fundraising committee, alleging unauthorized use of his 1989 song at an Ohio rally despite a prior settlement.

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Neil Young sues Trump political committee for $10 million over song use
Neil Young sues Trump political committee for $10 million over song use

Variety • 27 Oct 00:50

Musician Neil Young has filed a $10 million copyright lawsuit against the Trump 47 Committee, alleging unauthorized use of his 1989 song “Rockin’ in the Free World” at campaign rallies.

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