"Paramore Stands with Allison Russell, Rejects Tennessee Honor"

Paramore rejects an honor from Tennessee's House of Representatives in solidarity with singer Allison Russell, who was not given the same recognition despite her recent Grammy win, citing "blatant racism" in the decision. Frontwoman Hayley Williams denounced the state leadership's actions as "embarrassing and cruel," while the House Republican Caucus Chair defended the decision, leading to a public dispute. Russell and Paramore have expressed support for each other, with Russell reposting articles about Paramore's response and emphasizing the need for change in Tennessee.