Pop star Ariana Grande has publicly criticized the White House for utilizing her song “Bye” in a TikTok video showcasing immigration arrests. The video, posted by an account associated with the Republican National Committee, featured images of border detentions set to Grande’s track. Grande expressed her disapproval, stating she does not authorize the use of her music to promote anti-immigrant sentiment or policies. She joins a growing number of artists who have objected to their work being used for political purposes without consent. The White House has not yet issued a formal response to Grande’s criticism. This incident highlights the ongoing tension between artists and political entities regarding the appropriation of copyrighted material for campaigning. The use of the song has sparked debate online regarding the ethics of employing popular music to frame politically charged issues.