Overview
- The Nov. 4 Instagram reel used Olivia Rodrigo’s “All-American Bitch” over footage of ICE arrests followed by staged scenes of migrants apparently choosing to leave.
- Rodrigo commented on the post on Nov. 7, writing “Don’t ever use my songs to promote your racist, hateful propaganda,” before the comment later disappeared.
- A DHS spokesperson responded that Americans are grateful for federal law enforcement and suggested Rodrigo thank agents for their service rather than belittle their sacrifice.
- Outlets report DHS removed the video after the backlash, and Instagram displayed “This song is currently unavailable” as the soundtrack was taken down.
- It remains unclear who deleted Rodrigo’s comment, and the episode joins a pattern of artists objecting to government use of their music as deportation messaging escalates.