Jack White and The White Stripes have officially withdrawn their lawsuit against President-elect Donald Trump, which was initiated in September over the unauthorized use of their iconic song Seven Nation Army. The band, consisting of Jack and Meg White, accused Trump and his campaign of copyright infringement after the song was used in a promotional video without their permission. They sought damages and injunctive relief, alleging that Trump's campaign exploited their music to enhance his public image.
On November 10, 2024, the band filed a notice to dismiss the case "without prejudice," allowing them the option to refile in the future if desired. This decision comes shortly after Trump's victory in the recent presidential election, which Jack White publicly criticized, labeling Trump an "obvious fascist" and expressing discontent over the election results. The reasons behind the band's sudden change of heart regarding the lawsuit remain unclear.
Jack White now records as a solo artist and you can hear all of his music, including with The White Stripes and his latest solo album No Name, on Exclusively Jack White.