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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carsen Holaday

UNBELIEVABLE: Kacey musgraves faces backlash over support of immigrant families | History Defined

  • Grammy-winning singer Kacey Musgraves has faced online backlash from conservative commentators after asking fans to support an immigrant rights charity during a concert in Chicago.
  • Performing on her 38th birthday at the opening night of her Middle of Nowhere tour, Musgraves urged the audience to donate to the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights.
  • She told the crowd that providing aid to children whose parents have been deported was not a political issue, but simply a matter of helping kids in need.
  • Conservative figures, including Fox News presenter Tomi Lahren, criticised her remarks online, while long-time supporters defended her stance.
  • Musgraves has consistently advocated for progressive causes throughout her career and previously raised funds for the Young Center through a Depop clothing sale.

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