The White House deleted a social media video promoting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions after widespread backlash from the public and the artist whose music was used without permission.

The original post featured footage of ICE agents detaining individuals set to the music of pop singer Sabrina Carpenter, prompting Carpenter to condemn its use and demand it be taken down.

Her response went viral, drawing tens of millions of views and broad attention to the issue.

Following the deletion, the White House released a new clip that repurposed separate footage of Carpenter’s appearance on “Saturday Night Live,” altering the audio in a way critics said suggested endorsement of immigration enforcement actions.

This second video similarly drew scrutiny from observers who questioned the appropriateness of the administration’s use of celebrity likenesses and entertainment content to promote policy priorities.

Supporters of the administration, however, frame the messaging as an effort to convey enforcement priorities and demonstrate resolve on border security.

The episode has added to ongoing debates over the Trump White House’s communication strategies, particularly its use of digital platforms to amplify policy stances.

Some commentators view the deletion as a response to public pressure and the artist’s direct objection, while others see the follow-up video as an attempt to reframe the message more creatively.

Regardless, the incident has sparked discussion about the intersection of politics, popular culture and digital media, as well as questions about consent and artistic control when public figures are tied to government messaging.

As the administration continues its focus on immigration enforcement, the balance between effective communication and respect for individual rights remains under examination.