Ariana Grande has found herself in a public dispute with the White House after they used her song ‘Bye’ in a TikTok video promoting immigration policies. The video, posted on June 8, 2026, was captioned with a message praising President Donald Trump‘s border policies. Grande’s swift and strong response has sparked a heated exchange between the pop star and the White House.
The controversy began when the White House shared a TikTok video featuring Grande’s 2026 hit ‘Bye.’ The video was accompanied by the caption, ‘Bye-bye. President Trump has delivered the most secure border in history.’ Grande quickly took to the comment section to express her disapproval, stating, ‘Please do not use my music in relation to this barbaric, inhumane, heinous nonsense.’
Ariana Grande’s Strong Condemnation
Grande’s comment was a direct response to the White House’s use of her music to promote what she views as inhumane immigration policies. Her statement was clear and uncompromising, reflecting her strong stance against the policies being promoted. The White House, however, did not back down. Abigail Jackson, a White House spokesperson, replied with a statement supporting the social media video, saying, ‘What’s actually barbaric, inhumane, and heinous are the criminal illegal aliens who have injured and murdered innocent American citizens.’
Following Grande’s plea, her song was removed from the TikTok video, and her comment was subsequently erased. This is not the first time Grande and the White House have had a public disagreement. Previously, Grande shared a social media post criticizing Trump’s stance on trans rights. The White House responded directly to Grande’s post, with Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai writing, ‘Save your tears, Ariana, because President Trump’s actions ended Joe Biden’s inflation crisis and are bringing in trillions in new investments.’ Desai also made a jab at Grande’s career, adding, ‘He even signed an executive order just like magic that paved the way for the FTC to crack down on Ticketmaster for ripping off Ariana Grande’s concert-going fans. Get well soon, Ariana!’
The Eternal Sunshine World Tour
Amidst the controversy, Grande is currently in the midst of her Eternal Sunshine world tour, which kicked off on June 6, 2026, in Oakland, California. The tour includes multiple stops across the United States, with performances scheduled in cities like Los Angeles, Inglewood, Austin, Sunrise, Atlanta, and Brooklyn. Grande’s tour dates are as follows:
- United States
- 6 June – Oakland Arena (Oakland)
- 9 June – Oakland Arena (Oakland)
- 10 June – Oakland Arena (Oakland)
- 13 June – Arena (Los Angeles)
- 14 June – Arena (Los Angeles)
- 17 June – Kia Forum (Inglewood)
- 19 June – Kia Forum (Inglewood)
- 20 June – Kia Forum (Inglewood)
- 24 June – Moody Center (Austin)
- 26 June – Moody Center (Austin)
- 27 June – Moody Center (Austin)
- 30 June – Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise)
- 2 July – Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise)
- 3 July – Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise)
- 6 July – State Farm Arena (Atlanta)
- 8 July – State Farm Arena (Atlanta)
- 9 July – State Farm Arena (Atlanta)
- 12 July – Barclays Center (Brooklyn)
- 13 July – Barclays Center (Brooklyn)
- 16 July – Barclays Center (Brooklyn)
- 18 July – Barclays Center (Brooklyn)
- 19 July – Barclays Center (Brooklyn)
- 22 July – TD Garden (Boston)
- 24 July – TD Garden (Boston)
- 25 July – TD Garden (Boston)
- 3 August – United Center (Chicago)
- 5 August – United Center (Chicago)
- 6 August – United Center (Chicago)
- Canada
- 28 July – Bell Centre (Montreal)
- 30 July – Bell Centre (Montreal)
- 31 July – Bell Centre (Montreal)
- England
- 15 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 16 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 19 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 20 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 23 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 24 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 27 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 28 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 31 August – The O2 Arena (London)
- 1 September – The O2 Arena (London)
A History of Public Disagreements
This is not the first time Grande and the White House have clashed publicly. In the past, Grande has been vocal about her disagreements with President Trump’s policies, particularly those affecting marginalized communities. Her criticism of the administration’s stance on trans rights is just one example of her willingness to use her platform to advocate for social justice issues. The White House’s response to Grande’s criticism has often been defensive, as seen in the recent exchange over the TikTok video.
The ongoing dispute between Grande and the White House highlights the broader cultural and political divides in the United States. Grande’s strong stance against what she perceives as inhumane policies resonates with many of her fans, who see her as a voice for progressive values. The White House, on the other hand, continues to promote its agenda, often clashing with celebrities and public figures who oppose its policies.
As the controversy unfolds, Grande’s fans and supporters are likely to rally behind her, while critics of her stance may continue to challenge her views. The situation underscores the power of celebrity influence in shaping public opinion and the ongoing tension between artistic expression and political messaging.
