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        <title><![CDATA[Man files for trademark to use George Floyd’s name in Hollywood projects]]></title>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The name <strong>George Floyd</strong> will undoubtedly live on well after protests have gone — and some random dude is trying to cash in on that.</p><p>A person <strong>named Munemo Mushonga</strong> filed a trademark application on June 5 for the name &#8220;George Floyd&#8221; to be used for &#8220;production and distribution of television shows and movies,&#8221; according to legal documents <strong>revealed by TMZ.</strong></p><p>There is no known connection between the late Minneapolis resident, Floyd — who <strong>died in police custody</strong> last month — and Mushonga, nor does he appear to have any Hollywood associates, <strong>Variety reports</strong>. He also refused to reveal his plans for the trademark.</p><p>The trademark application lists Mushonga&#8217;s place of residence as Rhode Island, while at the same time the address he submitted is located in Miami, which appears to be the site of a construction company.</p><p>However, it&#8217;s not yet a done deal. The US Patent and Trademark Office is strict regarding <strong>trademarks on names</strong>. To meet the requirements, Mushonga would need written consent from Floyd, who died on May 25 as a result of police misconduct. It&#8217;s also unclear at this time whether permission from Floyd&#8217;s representatives would suffice. Furthermore, the agency could refuse the application based on Floyd&#8217;s notoriety and status as a public figure.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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