Hayes Estate And Trump Settle Copyright Claims Over Campaign Use Of Soul Song

( February 26, 2026, 1:29 PM EST) -- ATLANTA — The estate of soul musician Isaac Hayes and other associated entities have settled their dispute with President Donald J. Trump and his 2024 election campaign over the alleged infringement of the Hayes-written song “Hold On, I’m Comin’,” and the parties stipulated to the dismissal of the complaint in a Georgia federal court with prejudice....