Indie artist Noah Kahan recently expressed public disapproval after his song “American Cars” was featured in a social media post by the Trump campaign. The post, which appeared on platforms including Instagram and TikTok, featured imagery from Donald Trump’s recent visit to an auto plant in Michigan. In the comments section of the post, Kahan wrote, “Would never approve of my music being used in support of you or this administration.”

The incident highlights the ongoing tension between artists and political figures regarding the use of copyrighted music in campaign materials. While Kahan has made his opposition to the association clear, the legal reality of such usage often depends on licensing agreements between social media platforms and music labels. The Daily Wire notes that Kahan’s music is available on Meta platforms due to existing corporate deals, which typically allow for the use of licensed tracks in user-generated content. The Hill focuses specifically on the artist's personal rejection of the political endorsement, highlighting his explicit statement that he would not have consented to the usage had he been asked.