The White House is facing criticism after using music from various artists, including Katy Perry and Jack White, in videos that included footage of missiles hitting Iran.
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Updated Jul 28
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The White House is facing criticism after using music from various artists, including Katy Perry and Jack White, in videos that included footage of missiles hitting Iran.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The White House used Perry's song in a social media post on July 28, 2026.Sub-event
White House faces backlash for using artists' songs in military videos and on TikTok.1 source
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- White House
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Katy Perry
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Jack White
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- geo.tvKaty Perry voices frustration after White House uses her song