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Chappell Roan faced criticism from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security after she made a political statement during a concert at the Rose Bowl, where she said 'F—k ICE' in support of immigrant communities, prompting a response from DHS.
A London court dismissed a terror-related charge against Irish rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh of Kneecap due to a procedural error, amid controversy over the band's political statements supporting Palestine and criticism of alleged glorification of militant groups.
Hannah Einbinder won her first Emmy for supporting actress in 'Hacks' and made a viral speech that included political statements such as 'Go Birds, fuck ICE, and free Palestine,' while also mentioning her new haircut for season 5.
The article showcases the red carpet looks at the 2025 Emmy Awards, highlighting celebrities' fashion choices, subtle political statements, and notable outfits, including Aimee Lou Wood's ceasefire pin, Jenna Ortega's bling, and Jennifer Coolidge's mourning gown.
Hannah Einbinder won her first Emmy for Supporting Actress in a Comedy for 'Hacks' and made a political statement supporting Palestine during her acceptance speech, which included a shoutout to the Philadelphia Eagles and a controversial remark about ICE and Palestine. She expressed her reasons for supporting Palestine, emphasizing her personal connection and the importance of boycotting institutions implicated in genocide. Einbinder's speech was a mix of gratitude and activism, highlighting her career achievements and her advocacy.
Bad Bunny's residency in Puerto Rico, with all shows sold out, is a celebration of Puerto Rican culture and resilience, serving as a political statement by emphasizing local pride, addressing issues like gentrification and colonialism, and intentionally skipping US mainland performances to highlight Puerto Rico's independence and identity.
Bad Bunny's residency in Puerto Rico features 30 sold-out concerts aimed at fostering local pride, highlighting Puerto Rican culture, and making a political statement by skipping US mainland shows, reflecting themes of resilience, cultural identity, and social issues.
Willy Chavarria used his Spring/Summer 2026 runway show at Paris Fashion Week to make a powerful political statement against Trump's ICE raids, featuring models in imagery reminiscent of migrant detention and collaborating with the ACLU to highlight issues of immigration and dehumanization, emphasizing fashion as a platform for truth and resistance.
Ronnie Winter of Red Jumpsuit Apparatus publicly stated that supporters of Donald Trump are not welcome at their shows, citing religious and political reasons, and emphasizing the band's message of acceptance and harmony.
Bella Hadid made a political statement at the Cannes Film Festival by wearing a vintage keffiyeh-print dress, symbolizing solidarity with Palestine. The model, known for her support of Palestinian liberation, shared the outfit on Instagram with a "Free Palestine forever" message.
Green Day's bassist, Mike Dirnt, responded to Elon Musk's criticism of the band's anti-Trump lyric in "American Idiot," calling Musk "the machine" and stating that he can't take anything else from Musk's comments. The band had changed a line in the song to take a dig at the former president, prompting backlash from Musk and conservative pundits. Dirnt expressed satisfaction that the lyric change had sparked conversation, emphasizing the band's history of making political statements.
Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis star, has caused controversy at the French Open by scrawling a political message on a plexiglass plate overlaid on a television camera lens. The message read "Kosovo is at the heart of Serbia," referring to the mounting international crisis in the Balkans, where ethnic Serbians and Albanians have clashed in recent days in the conflict over Kosovo. Djokovic's statement has led to calls for disciplinary action against him, but French Open officials have opted to stay out of the conflict.