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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Mike Bedigan

Owner of ‘Peanuts’ music sues Trump administration for using scores without permission

The owner of the music used in “Peanuts” television specials has filed lawsuits against several defendants, including the Trump administration, alleging that it illegally used the tunes in social media posts and a game.

Lee Mendelson Film Productions, which owns the copyright to “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and other shows, filed the suits in federal courts in New York and Washington, D.C., Wednesday.

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