Overview
- The White House and the Department of Homeland Security jointly posted a Nov. 4 Instagram video urging undocumented immigrants to self-deport via the CBP Home app, warning of consequences for those who do not.
- The clip used Rodrigo’s song “All-American Bitch,” prompting her to comment, “Don’t ever use my songs to promote your racist, hateful propaganda,” a remark that was later no longer visible.
- A DHS spokesperson responded by telling Rodrigo to thank federal officers “for their service, not belittle their sacrifice,” echoing lyrics from her song in the statement.
- Instagram subsequently removed the music from the post, which now shows an error stating the song is unavailable, and some outlets report the video itself was later taken down by DHS.
- Rodrigo has previously criticized ICE raids in Los Angeles, and her objection joins a broader pattern of artists opposing the administration’s use of their music in enforcement and political messaging.