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Additionally, Phelps said that NASCAR will crack down on social media users who use its logo to promote the trend.
“We will pursue whoever (is using logos) and get that stuff,” Phelps said. “That’s not OK. It’s not OK that you’re using our trademarks illegally, regardless of whether we agree with what the position is.”
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – OCTOBER 16: A NASCAR fan holds a "Lets Go Brandon" sign during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Andy’s Frozen Custard 335 at Texas Motor Speedway on October 16, 2021 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Phelps added that he is not pleased with the fact that the popular chant started at one of NASCAR’s races.
“Do we like the fact that it kind of started with NASCAR and then is gaining ground out elsewhere? No, we’re not happy about that,” Phelps said.
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“It’s not a phrase, it’s a movement!” Rep. Lauren Boebert tweeted earlier this week along with a photo of her with former President Trump wearing a dress emblazoned with “Let’s Go Brandon.”
NASCAR has dipped its toes into politics multiple times over the past several years including appearances at races by former President Donald Trump, banning Confederate flags at races, and promoting the Black Lives Matter movement.
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – JULY 19: The #32 Trump 2020 Ford, driven by Corey LaJoie, waits on the grid prior to the NASCAR Cup Series O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Texas Motor Speedway on July 19, 2020 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
NASCAR did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News.
