US EditionPokémon 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's social media post caused a surprising phenomenon.
Pokémon Slams White House for Using Pikachu in MAGA Meme: ‘Our Mission Is to Bring the World Together’
The franchise issued a second statement clarifying that the White House has not been given prior permission to use its intellectual propertyCredit: Warner Bros. Pictures/GettyNEED TO KNOWThe Pokémon Company released its second statement regarding the Trump administration's unauthorized use of its intellectual property after the White House published a meme inspired by the franchise's latest gameThe meme uses an image from Pokopia, Pokémon’s new …
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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It is the second time the Pokémon Company has had to issue a statement clarifying that the Trump administration is not allowed to use its intellectual property.
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