Neil Young files $10 million suit over Trump song use
By The BriefBrief
Neil Young filed a $10 million lawsuit against Trump 47 Committee Inc. over Donald Trump's use of “Rockin’ in the Free World” at campaign events. It is Young's second lawsuit over Trump's use of the song, six years after a prior settlement.
WHO:Neil Young
WHAT:Neil Young filed a $10 million copyright lawsuit against Trump 47 Committee Inc. over Donald Trump's use of his song.
WHEN:Reported Oct 27, 2026 at 10:42 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Young sued over Trump's use of “Rockin’ in the Free World” at campaign events.
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