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US Government Targets Hayley Williams' Stage Comments
US government criticizes Hayley Williams for 'Fuck ICE' stage remark.
In brief
US government criticizes Hayley Williams for 'Fuck ICE' stage remark. US Department of Homeland Security spokesperson rebuked Hayley Williams after she called US Immigration and Customs Enforcement 'Fuck ICE' during a solo tour performance. Originally reported by NME.
Hayley Williams stage comment
Hayley Williams shouted 'Fuck ICE' during her solo tour performance at the North Island Credit Union Amphitheater in California on October 3.
“fuck ice”
US government response
Department of Homeland Security spokesperson urged Williams to thank immigration agents after her stage comments.
“america is grateful all the time for our federal law enforcement officers who keep us safe”
Williams' political stance
Williams previously criticized Trump's policies as 'a playbook for controlling and punishing women, poor people, people of colour, and the lgbtq community'.
“a playbook for controlling and punishing women, poor people, people of colour, and the lgbtq community”
Artist solidarity with Palestine
Williams supported Palestine by including artists who dropped out of Ed Sheeran's tour in her pre-show playlist.
“free motherfucking palestine”
Other artists' responses
Radiohead, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, and others criticized ICE's actions.
“get the fuck out of minneapolis”
Williams' upcoming tour
Williams announced a UK and European tour for summer 2027 after performing 'Airplanes' with Rico Nasty.
“airplanes”
What it means
US Department of Homeland Security spokesperson rebuked Hayley Williams after she called US Immigration and Customs Enforcement 'Fuck ICE' during a solo tour performance.
