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Kesha Slams White House TikTok Amid Military Controversy

3/5/2026

Summary

Kesha Critiques Military TikTok

The White House posted a TikTok video using Kesha's song 'Blow' to promote military action.
Kesha condemned the post as 'disgusting and inhumane'.
The video features jets and has over 14 million views, labeled 'Lethality'.
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung mocked Kesha's outrage and said it boosts visibility.
Kesha referenced the Epstein files and urged the public not to distract from issues involving President Donald Trump.

History

Historical Context

The Pentagon Papers, released in 1971, exposed the U.S. government's misleading actions during the Vietnam War, leading to significant public outrage and a landmark Supreme Court ruling that upheld press freedom. This historical tension between government transparency and public perception resonates today, as seen in the White House's TikTok video promoting military action, prompting ongoing debates about the ethics of media in military contexts.

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Kesha Critiques Military TikTok

The White House posted a TikTok video using Kesha's song 'Blow' to promote military action.
Kesha condemned the post as 'disgusting and inhumane'.
The video features jets and has over 14 million views, labeled 'Lethality'.
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung mocked Kesha's outrage and said it boosts visibility.
Kesha referenced the Epstein files and urged the public not to distract from issues involving President Donald Trump.

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