How Trump Made ‘Y.M.C.A.’ His Anthem, Despite the Village People and Victor Willis’s Mixed Feelings

Donald Trump has used "Y.M.C.A." by the Village People at campaign events and rallies. Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People, said on social media that Trump was with the group "right from the beginning," though Willis has also expressed reservations about the song's use at political events. The Village People did not authorize Trump's use of the song, according to statements made by the group and Willis. The 1978 song has become associated with Trump's political rallies despite the band's public statements on the matter.

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