Jack White and The White Stripes have filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump's campaign for unauthorized use of their hit song "Seven Nation Army" in social media campaign videos. The legal action, filed in New York federal court, seeks a jury trial.

The lawsuit specifically names both Jack and Meg White as plaintiffs, who explicitly state their opposition to Trump's policies and actions during his presidency and his proposed plans for a potential second term.

The legal action was prompted by a video posted by Trump campaign's deputy director of communications, Margo Martin, showing Trump boarding a plane with "Seven Nation Army" playing in the background. Before filing the lawsuit, White had publicly warned about legal consequences on Instagram.

This case joins a growing list of musicians taking action against unauthorized political use of their music. Notable artists who have opposed Trump's use of their music include:

• Abba
• Celine Dion
• Foo Fighters

The Artist Rights Alliance has gathered support from numerous prominent musicians in an open letter urging political parties to establish clear consent policies for campaign music use. Signatories include:

• Aerosmith
• Elton John
• The Rolling Stones
• R.E.M.
• Pearl Jam
• Green Day
• Blondie
• Elvis Costello
• Sheryl Crow
• Alanis Morissette
• Courtney Love
• Linkin Park
• Lionel Richie
• Sia

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