Olivia Rodrigo slams DHS for using her music in deportation post

Pop star Olivia Rodrigo criticized the U.S. Department of Homeland Security last Thursday for using her music in a social media post promoting the deportation agenda.

Rodrigo commented on an Instagram post shared by DHS and the White House urging deportation of illegal immigrants from the United States. Rodrigo’s 2023 song “All-American b—-” was used as the background music of the clip.

“Never use my songs to promote your racist, hateful propaganda.” Rodrigo wrote.

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The post, first shared by DHS on Nov. 4, featured clips of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arresting alleged illegal immigrants and sending them back to their countries in chains. The words “If ICE finds you” appear on the images.

A second set of clips featured immigrants voluntarily boarding planes and returning to their home countries, looking happier and more similar. The words “If you deport yourself” flashed on the screen.

The video ended with instructions on how illegal immigrants can access the Customs and Border Patrol website and get government assistance in deporting themselves. One graphic showed that illegal immigrants “could receive a $1,000 exit bonus.”

“LEAVE NOW and deport yourself using the CBP Home app. If you don’t, you will face consequences,” the post’s caption read. it said.

After Rodrigo condemned the post and DHS used his music, the “all-American b—-” voice no longer appeared in the post, fueling speculation that Rodrigo had removed the song from the post.

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United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents clash with protesters in San Francisco, California, on Tuesday (July 8). (United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement via X)

A DHS spokesperson responded to Rodrigo’s comment with a statement It was provided to USA TODAY.

“America is always grateful to federal law enforcement for keeping us safe. We encourage Ms. Rodrigo to thank them for their service rather than belittling their sacrifice,” the spokesperson said.

The pop star has often been an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump and his administration.

“I have lived in Los Angeles my entire life and am deeply saddened by the violent deportation of my neighbors under the current administration. Los Angeles would not exist without immigrants. It is awful to treat hard-working community members with so little respect, empathy, and due process,” she said in an Instagram story in June.

“I stand with the beautiful, diverse community of Los Angeles and immigrants across America. I defend our right to free speech and freedom to protest,” he added.

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A protester wearing an inflatable Capybara costume stands outside U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) headquarters as police attempt to disperse a crowd to clear traffic leading to the ICE building during a protest in south Portland, Oregon, U.S., October 6, 2025. (Carlos Barria/Reuters)

Other musicians have also spoken out against Trump’s deportation agenda.

While performing at Portland’s Fashion Center in October, pop star Reneé Rapp condemned recent ICE raids there, saying: “So let’s make this abundantly clear – F— ICE. F— this administration. F— Trump.”

Country artist Zach Bryan sparked controversy in October when a portion of his song “Bad News” went viral for its anti-ICE lyrics.

The controversy prompted a response from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who publicly criticized the singer.

“I hope he understands how disrespectful this song is, not just to law enforcement, but to this country,” he said in an interview with conservative commentator Benny Johnson.

Representatives for Rodrigo did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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