Sabrina Carpenter condemns ‘evil and disgusting’ ICE video that uses her song

Donald Trump granted a pardon to entertainment executive Tim Leiweke, just five months after the Justice Department charged him in a bid-rigging scheme related to a public arena in Texas. The pardon was signed by the president on Tuesday, highlighting a significant turnaround in Leiweke's legal troubles.

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has publicly condemned the White House for using her song 'Juno' in a video that soundtracks Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Chicago, labeling the video as 'evil and disgusting.' Carpenter's disapproval highlights the ongoing tensions between artists and political figures over the unauthorized use of creative works.

Striking photographs of Lady Gaga, Robert Redford, and Prince are being auctioned as part of Milk Studios’ PHOTO25, with the auction benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Hollywood. A notable photo of Lady Gaga, titled 'Disco Stick' and taken by Tyler Curtis during her 2008 appearance at Chicago’s Manor Nightclub, has an opening bid of $800.

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized CEOs and other leaders at The New York Times' DealBook Summit for yielding to Donald Trump, suggesting that some may need to buy kneepads in bulk to accommodate their behavior. Newsom's remarks highlighted the pressure on Silicon Valley executives to align with the former president's demands.

Sabrina Carpenter has shared insights into the meaning behind her controversial album cover for 'Man's Best Friend,' aiming to clarify its intended message. The cover has sparked discussions and varying interpretations among fans and critics alike.

Mubi has released the official trailer for 'My Father's Shadow,' an acclaimed film by Akinola Davies Jr. that premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where it received a Special Mention Prize. The film, set against the backdrop of the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, follows two brothers as they navigate Lagos with their estranged father, highlighting themes of sacrifice and identity. It is set to debut in theaters in February 2026.

The Trump administration has faced backlash for using the image of Franklin the Turtle and a song by Sabrina Carpenter in social media posts related to deportation and drug trafficking. Both Carpenter and the publisher of Franklin the Turtle have condemned this use, asserting that it was done without their consent.

Several prominent musicians, including Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo, have publicly criticized former President Trump for using their music without permission, highlighting a growing tension between artists and political figures over the use of creative works.