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Pokémon Co. calls out White House over game-themed ‘MAGA’ post
The Pokémon Company denied permission for the White House's use of Pokopia game images in a MAGA meme, emphasizing no political affiliation and protecting its intellectual property.
- March 5, The Pokémon Company International pushed back after the White House used an image from Pokopia without permission, featuring Pikachu and Magikarp.
- On Wednesday, the White House used the Pokopia font generator to post a 'Make America Great Again' meme, following prior incidents involving Pokémon and other game franchises, the company said it was not involved.
- Spokeswoman Sravanthi Dev said the company was not involved in the post's creation or distribution and that no permission was granted, adding `Our mission is to bring the world together, and that mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda.`
- The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment, while musicians and fans objected in replies, and criticism flooded the post.
- Multiple incidents suggest a broader pattern of using entertainment IP in political posts, as The Pokémon Company International clarifies it never allowed the White House to use its IP.
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The White House generated controversy by sharing in X an image with the slogan “Make America Great Again” using elements of the Pokopia video game, which provoked an immediate complaint from The Pokémon Company. Through a statement, the firm clarified that it did not authorize the use of its content and is not affiliated with political agendas.This is the second incident in less than a year, after in 2025 also The Pokémon Company denounced the U…
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