White House Removes 'Build the Wall' Game After Tetris Copyright Complaint

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The Trump administration briefly published an arcade game called 'Build the Wall' on a White House platform. The Tetris Company publicly stated that it takes copyright infringement very seriously, signaling a legal objection to the game. Following the complaint, the game was taken down and is no longer accessible. The incident highlights the legal risks of using gameplay mechanics or designs closely associated with protected intellectual property.

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