Trump, Gibson and guitar world

Gibson Hits Trump Guitars With Cease-And-Desist, While Feds Seize Thousands Of Other Fakes In LA
Earlier this year, Donald Trump was hit with lawsuits from Beyoncé and the White Stripes. Now, the incoming 47th American President is under fire for a line of guitars advertised as “the only guitar officially endorsed” by him,
Maker of Trump guitars reportedly sent cease and desist order by Gibson
(NEXSTAR) — Last week, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled his latest business venture: signed “Make America Great Again” guitars selling for as much as $11,500. They may not be available much longer, since Gibson has accused the guitar’s maker of ripping off their own design.
Trump Guitars Slapped With Cease and Desist for Copying Gibson Design: Report
First reported by Guitar World the cease and desist letter reportedly alleges the design of the Trump guitars “infringes upon Gibson’s exclusive trademarks, particularly the iconic Les Paul body shape.” Gibson didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment Monday.
Gibson threatens to sue maker of Trump Guitars for allegedly ripping off Les Paul
The 120-year-old maker of historic instruments such as the Les Paul electric guitar sent a cease and desist letter to 16 Creative.
'Trump Guitars' Hit With Cease and Desist Letter
While the seller Trump Guitars is not directly owned by the president-elect, its electric model is marketed as "the only guitar officially endorsed" by him.
Stop the music: Trump Guitars owner hit with cease and desist
Gibson Guitars has issued a cease and desist against 16 Creative, the owner of Trump Guitars, over the shape and design of Trump Guitars.
Gibson Hits Trump Guitars With Cease And Desist Order
The 130-year-old guitar maker alleges that the instruments infringe on its design trademarks, particularly the famous Les Paul model.
Nashville-based guitar company hits Trump Guitars with cease-and-desist
Gibson Guitars has served up 16 Creative, the owners of Trump Guitars, with a cease-and-desist order for trademark design infringement. Gibson confirmed this to FOX 17 News in a statement.
Gibson hits Trump Guitars with cease and desist for copying Les Paul design
A line of electric guitars endorsed by President-elect Trump mimic the design of Gibson's iconic Les Paul, the manufacturer said in a cease and desist notice. Why it matters: Trump leaned into a branding bonanza ahead of his return to the White House,
Trump Guitars accused of trademark infringement by Gibson Brands
Gibson Brands, the historic maker of guitars such as the Les Paul, has accused 16 Creative, the agency behind Trump Guitars, of trademark infringement. The company issued a cease-and-desist letter, citing the unauthorized use of the Les Paul body shape.
More Than 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars Seized at Los Angeles Port
Authorities say U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents have seized more than 3,000 fake Gibson electric guitars shipped from Asia at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport
Trump's $10,000 'Signature Edition' Guitars: Is This The Future Of Presidential Merchandise?
Once again, Donald Trump's entrepreneurial flair has taken center stage by releasing his new branded guitars, including a ...
Trump’s new line of guitars could lead to all sorts of legal trouble — there’s already a cease-and-desist order from Gibson
Now that he’s again headed to the White House, Trump may not be in the same position to hawk his branded items, experts say.