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Chappell Roan's Concert Sparks ICE Criticism, DHS Responds

10/12/2025

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Chappell Roan criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a concert in Pasadena, California, leading to a response from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Roan expressed her love for Los Angeles and its resilience after recent wildfires, urging the crowd to chant, “F**k ICE forever.”
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin dismissed Roan's remarks, stating the agency prioritizes removing dangerous individuals.
Other artists, including Zach Bryan and Bad Bunny, have also condemned ICE raids.
Bad Bunny, who witnessed an ICE raid in Puerto Rico, will headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, where ICE agents are expected, prompting a counter-protest from Turning Point USA.

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Chappell Roan criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a concert in Pasadena, California, leading to a response from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Roan expressed her love for Los Angeles and its resilience after recent wildfires, urging the crowd to chant, “F**k ICE forever.”
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin dismissed Roan's remarks, stating the agency prioritizes removing dangerous individuals.
Other artists, including Zach Bryan and Bad Bunny, have also condemned ICE raids.
Bad Bunny, who witnessed an ICE raid in Puerto Rico, will headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, where ICE agents are expected, prompting a counter-protest from Turning Point USA.