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Macklemore's pro-Palestinian chants on Ed Sheeran tour spark removal calls

thejournal.ie — September 7, 2026 at 04:01 PM UTC

Macklemore's pro-Palestinian performances during Ed Sheeran's US tour have sparked calls for his removal from remaining dates, with a petition launched by the Israeli-American Council. During concerts at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, Macklemore chanted "Free Palestine," wore a keffiyeh, performed his song "Hind's Hall" with Gaza footage, and criticized ICE. The IAC petition argues the shows were not political events and questions whether his speech was pre-approved. The controversy has drawn mixed reactions, with some Jewish figures calling for refunds and others praising his activism. Macklemore has a history of pro-Palestinian advocacy, including signing an Artists4Ceasefire letter in 2023.

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