During an electric performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Hayley Williams, the iconic frontwoman of Paramore, paused mid-set to deliver a fiery political message to the audience, aimed directly at former President Donald Trump and his 2024 presidential campaign.
The moment came as Williams addressed “Project 2025,” a controversial policy agenda being advanced by Trump and his allies. The plan, which has drawn widespread criticism from progressives and activists, is seen as an effort to roll back protections for marginalized communities.
Speaking passionately into the microphone, Williams stated, “Project 2025 is Donald Trump’s playbook for controlling and punishing women, poor people, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.” Her words were met with a mixture of cheers and gasps from the crowd.
Williams continued, directly challenging her fans and festivalgoers: “Do you want to live in a dictatorship? Well, show up and vote!” Urging the importance of civic engagement, she reminded the audience that their voices could shape the future, and warned of the dangerous implications of another Trump presidency.
Hayley Williams calls out Donald Trump live at iHeartRadio Music Festival! pic.twitter.com/U6PSH83TSz
— 🏁 (@concertleaks) September 21, 2024
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Talk yo shit Hayley