Kanye West Defends Swastika Shirt Amid Controversy in Los Angeles

Kanye West has sparked outrage once again by wearing a swastika shirt in public, expressing his controversial views on antisemitism and performance art. After being spotted in Los Angeles on February 28, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend his actions, claiming it was a dream of his to walk around with such a shirt. West has also attempted to market swastika-themed jewelry, asking jewelers to submit designs for a swastika chain. His website, which recently featured swastika merchandise, was taken down by Shopify due to violations of commerce practices. Despite widespread condemnation, West doubled down on his statements, suggesting that the backlash stems from a reluctance to engage in conversations about race and other societal issues. His recent antics have led to discussions about potential collective actions to restrict his business ventures and public presence.