Texas universities limit their brands in political ads. Dan Patrick used them anyway.

Three Texas universities have recently restricted their brand use in political ads, yet Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's campaign has continued to feature their logos in a college football-themed, possibly AI-generated ad. The question remains whether Patrick’s team obtained the necessary permissions. This move by the universities underscores a growing concern over brand misuse in political contexts, highlighting the importance of respecting intellectual property rights, especially in an era of advanced digital manipulation. The incident raises broader implications about political advertising ethics and the boundaries of permissible brand use.