Music's biggest stars used the Grammys stage to protest the United States President's immigration crackdown, with visible support from the red carpet to the telecast. Activists encouraged celebrities to wear pins opposing immigration enforcement, and many artists, including Billie Eilish, Finneas, Carole King, and Justin and Hailey Bieber, participated. Speeches and performances were marked by strong statements, with Billie Eilish declaring 'no one is illegal on stolen land' and Bad Bunny urging 'ICE out' while accepting his award. Winners like Kehlani openly cursed immigration authorities, and Olivia Dean highlighted her family's immigrant background, emphasizing the need to celebrate immigrants. The protest was more pronounced than at recent award shows, reflecting growing public backlash after recent incidents involving border enforcement and the arrest of journalist Don Lemon, who attended the ceremony.