Rep. Nancy Mace's Comments and SXSW Controversy

Rep. Nancy Mace weighs in on President Biden's trip to France, the administration urging Hamas to accept a cease-fire deal with Israel, and her expectations for the G-7 summit. SXSW announces the U.S. Army will not sponsor its 2025 festival after artists boycotted the 2024 festival.

Controversy over U.S. Army and Defense Contractors' Sponsorship of SXSW

Controversy surrounds the SXSW festival as over 100 acts, mainly European, dropped out due to U.S. Army and defense contractors' sponsorship. The boycott stems from protest against the Pentagon's support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

Protest at President Biden's Rally and Bands Boycotting SXSW

President Joe Biden was interrupted by a pro-Palestinian protester at a rally in Atlanta. Over 80 bands left the SXSW festival in protest of the U.S. Army's sponsorship due to its ties to weapons manufacturers supporting the Israeli military. Texas Governor Greg Abbott criticized the boycotting performers.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott responds to bands boycotting SXSW over U.S. Army sponsorship

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott responds to bands boycotting SXSW over U.S. Army sponsorship by telling them not to come back. SXSW defends the Army sponsorship, emphasizing diversity of viewpoints and the importance of understanding the impact of defense industry on society.