K-pop supergroup BTS will go to the White House next week to discuss a recent spate of hate crimes targeting Asians and Asian-Americans with President Biden, the administration’s latest attempt to use celebrities to push social and political messages. The White House announced the May 31 visit on Thursday, adding that the septet will also “discuss Asian inclusion and representation” with the commander-in-chief. The South Korean singing group – also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene” – has not shied away from condemning Anti-Asian violence in the past, tweeting in March 2021 “#StopAsianHate #StopAAPIHate,” along with a lengthy statement.
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