Isaac Hayes Estate Sues Trump Over Copyright

The estate of Isaac Hayes has filed a federal lawsuit against former President Trump, claiming 134 counts of copyright infringement for the unauthorized use of the song 'Hold On, I'm Coming' at campaign rallies from 2022 to 2024. Hayes' family is demanding $3 million in damages and a public statement clarifying that they have not authorized the song's use. Isaac Hayes III criticized Trump for associating the song with his controversial image and stated that this issue is not politically motivated but rather about respecting intellectual property rights. The lawsuit follows similar complaints from other musicians and estates who have objected to Trump using their music without permission, such as Celine Dion and Guns N' Roses. The family alleges that despite multiple requests to cease using the song, their concerns were ignored, prompting this legal action. If found liable, Trump could face significant financial penalties for each violation, potentially exceeding $150,000.