Huckabee Backs Canceling Macklemore Shows Over 1,200-Death Hamas Attack
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Updated · Fox News · Sep 17
Huckabee Backs Canceling Macklemore Shows Over 1,200-Death Hamas Attack
1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 17
Summary
Mike Huckabee said he supports NFL owners and stadium operators moving to cancel Macklemore performances, accusing the rapper of antisemitism and taking a pro-Hamas stance.
In a Fox News Digital interview, Huckabee said criticism of Israel is often misguided and argued free speech does not shield artists from consequences when venues did not sign up to host a pro-Hamas rally.
Huckabee tied the dispute to Hamas' Oct. 7 assault, citing 1,200 people killed and 251 hostages taken, including Americans, as the backdrop for his condemnation.
He also pointed to rising antisemitism in Canada, referencing a National Association of Christian Lawmakers letter urging easier U.S. entry for Jewish Canadians who fear violent attacks.
Beyond the Macklemore dispute, Huckabee said Israel would likely be open to helping Saudi-backed forces against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, framing Israel as a potential regional partner rather than the source of instability.