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Macklemore Dropped From Ed Sheeran Tour; Opening Acts Quit in Protest

September 16, 2026

Summary

Ed Sheeran's US tour is in trouble after all support acts quit in solidarity with rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from the lineup for making pro-Palestinian statements. AOC and CAIR criticized the decision, advocating for free speech.

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Center

  • All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped
  • Ed Sheeran’s tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore - AP News

Right

  • Several opening acts pull from Ed Sheeran’s tour after Macklemore dropped - Washington Examiner
  • Macklemore ban by Robert Kraft draws fire from AOC and CAIR who advocate for free speech only when convenient

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