Grammy-winning artist Olivia Rodrigo has voiced her strong disapproval of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for using her music in a video aimed at encouraging illegal immigrants to self-deport. The video, which featured Rodrigo’s song ‘All-american b—-‘ from her 2023 album ‘GUTS,’ was posted in November 2025 by DHS and the White House, urging illegal immigrants to leave the country voluntarily.

Artist’s Reaction

Rodrigo, who discovered the use of her song while scrolling through her phone, described the experience as ‘deeply disturbing’ and ‘enraging.’ She took to Instagram to express her outrage, stating, ‘Don’t ever use my songs to promote your racist, hateful propaganda.’ The song has since been removed from the post, with a note indicating that the audio is no longer available.

In an interview with ‘Dazed Magazine,’ Rodrigo criticized the actions of immigration enforcement, labeling them as ‘barbaric’ and ‘cruel.’ She expressed sadness over living in a country that condones such measures. A DHS spokesperson responded by suggesting that Rodrigo should thank federal law enforcement officers for their service instead of belittling their efforts.

Broader Context

Rodrigo is not alone in her criticism of DHS’s use of music. Fellow artist Sabrina Carpenter also condemned the Trump administration for using her song ‘Juno’ in a similar context. Carpenter’s response was equally strong, urging the administration not to involve her music in what she described as an ‘inhumane agenda.’

Both artists have been vocal about their political views, with Rodrigo previously criticizing President Donald Trump and discussing issues such as abortion rights and international conflicts. She believes that part of being an artist is sharing one’s feelings with the public, despite not having formal education in political science.

The White House, in response to Carpenter’s criticism, defended its actions by stating that they would not apologize for deporting dangerous criminals from the country.

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