Universal Music Group Files Motion to Dismiss Drake’s “Not Like Us” Petition
Following this development, Universal Music Group (UMG) has submitted a request to discard the petition in Texas. The music corporation is presenting its case in a 144-page document, claiming it’s shielded by free speech protections. According to Variety’s review of the filing, UMG contends that the Texas Citizens Participation Action safeguards them from lawsuits intended to suppress or intimidate on matters of public concern. UMG alleges that Drake’s petition, filed under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 202, is a tactic meant to intimidate and penalize individuals for exercising their First Amendment rights.