Slipknot Demands Trump Stop Using Band's Masks at Political Rallies
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Summary
Nu-metal band Slipknot has issued a public statement demanding President Donald Trump stop using their masks during his political rallies. Frontman Corey Taylor stated that Trump's agenda is not aligned with what the band's terrifying masks represent, joining a long line of musicians who have threatened legal action against the commander-in-chief for unauthorized use of their music and imagery at political events.
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Joining a long line of musicians who have threatened legal action against the commander-in-chief, nu-metal band Slipknot issued a public statement Tuesday demanding President Donald Trump stop using their masks during his rallies.
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