Palestinian DJ Sama Abdulhadi Sues Kamala Harris Campaign Over Unauthorized Image Use

Palestinian DJ Sama Abdulhadi Sues Kamala Harris Campaign Over Unauthorized Image Use

By Marcus Delano Thompson

November 16, 2024 at 07:42 PM

Renowned DJ Sama Abdulhadi is taking legal action against the Kamala Harris presidential campaign for unauthorized use of her image in a political advertisement.

Abdulhadi, a Palestinian electronic music artist, strongly denounced the unauthorized usage on social media, emphasizing that the footage falsely implies her endorsement of Harris's candidacy.

"The use of this footage was unauthorized and done without my consent," Abdulhadi stated on Instagram. She clarified that this misrepresentation contradicts her social, moral, and political values, describing it as "misleading political advertising."

![Post by Sama AbdulHadi](A post shared by Sama AbdulHadi (@samaabdulhadiofficial))

The DJ, widely respected in the electronic music community, confirmed she has never supported or endorsed Kamala Harris and is pursuing legal measures to have the video removed. The incident has garnered significant support from her fanbase and the global music community.

The controversy highlights important questions about the ethical use of public figures' images in political advertising, particularly concerning international artists. While the Harris campaign has not yet responded, the incident may establish important precedents for future political advertising practices and image rights protection.

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