The Pokémon Company has publicly objected to the White House's use of imagery from its popular franchise in a social media post, stating that the company does not align with any political positions.

The gaming and entertainment company issued a statement saying its "mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda" in response to what it described as the latest White House meme incorporating Pokémon imagery.

The White House has increasingly used popular culture references and meme formats in its social media communications as part of its digital outreach strategy. However, this latest post appears to have prompted pushback from the intellectual property holder.

The Pokémon franchise, which includes video games, trading cards, animated series, and merchandise, has maintained a generally apolitical brand image since its creation in the 1990s. The company's response suggests it wishes to keep its content separate from partisan political messaging.

Neither the White House nor the Pokémon Company provided additional details about the specific imagery used or whether any formal cease-and-desist actions were being considered.