Neil Young filed a $10 million lawsuit against Donald Trump for using the song 'Rockin' in the Free World' at campaign rallies without permission.

What it means

Neil Young has filed a federal lawsuit against Donald Trump seeking $10 million in damages for the unauthorized use of his song 'Rockin' in the Free World' at Trump's campaign rallies. The lawsuit, reportedly based on the actual legal complaint, likely alleges copyright infringement and possibly trademark or false endorsement claims, continuing a pattern of musicians objecting to Trump's use of their music without permission.

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The claim is solid as it is based on the actual lawsuit filing — the primary source. The reported $10 million damages figure and specifics of the unauthorized use come directly from the legal complaint, as covered by NBC News from its review of the filing.

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