![success kid meme A Facebook post by Steve King features a popular meme of a determined-looking toddler with a clenched fist. The text above the meme reads, "FUND OUR MEMES!!!" The post asks followers to donate to continue creating memes.](https://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2024/06/photographer-copyright-claim-mother-success-kid-meme-lawsuit-300x157.jpg)
US Congressman Loses Copyright Lawsuit Over ‘Success Kid’ Meme Photo
The mother who took the photo behind the "Success Kid" internet meme has won a copyright infringement lawsuit against former U.S. congressman Steve King who claimed that he made "fair use" of the image in campaign ads.