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Ariana Grande is not here to play nice and honestly, thank god for that.

The pop icon, whose voice has long served as a comfort to millions, turned up the heat on Instagram with a sharp and heartfelt message that’s as real as it gets. “Could someone explain which crimes get you deported and which ones get you elected President? It’s so confusing,” she wrote in an IG Story that’s now going viral. And if that doesn’t give you chills, then check your pulse.

This wasn’t just a clapback. It was a cry of frustration, of confusion, and of unwavering solidarity with immigrant communities across the U.S. Grande, who has never been shy about speaking her truth, posted her critique amid a surge of nationwide protests condemning Donald Trump’s brutal anti-immigration tactics. ICE raids, unlawful arrests, and a militarized crackdown on peaceful demonstrators have become terrifyingly routine under his watch. And celebrities? They’re fed up.

Los Angeles has become the heart of the resistance. And the celebrity outpouring? Nothing short of inspiring.

Olivia Rodrigo: “L.A. Simply Wouldn’t Exist Without Immigrants”

Our favorite sad girl pop princess Olivia Rodrigo showed up with pure power in her own IG Story. “I’ve lived in L.A. my whole life and I’m deeply upset about these violent deportations of my neighbors,” she wrote. “Treating hardworking community members with such little respect, empathy, and due process is awful.” Rodrigo made it crystal clear: immigrants are L.A., and the city owes everything to them.

Tyler, the Creator? Not Holding Back

Tyler dropped the mic in classic Tyler fashion. He posted a clip from Paid in Full with the caption “F*** ICE” and let’s be honest, we wouldn’t expect anything less from him. This is the same guy who flipped a lyric mid-concert to take a jab at Elon Musk. He’s bold, brash, and always calling it like he sees it.

Kim Kardashian Is Watching, Too

Kim Kardashian may be known for contour and couture, but when it comes to ICE, she’s not staying quiet. “When we witness innocent, hard-working people being ripped from their families, we have to speak up,” she posted. Kim grew up in L.A. and says she knows firsthand just how vital immigrants are to the city’s heartbeat. “No matter where you fall politically, it’s clear that our communities thrive because of the contributions of immigrants.” Preach.

Jenna Ortega Is Feeling Everything and Saying So

Jenna Ortega, queen of Gen Z realness, took to Instagram with a heavy, emotional post. “Listen to one another and love but be angry too,” she urged. She connected the dots between what’s happening in L.A. and other global crises, including Iran and Palestine. “The world is crying all over,” she wrote. She’s 100% right.

Doechii Calls Out Trump on National TV

At the BET Awards, Doechii took her moment and made it matter. “Trump is using military forces to stop a protest… What type of government is that?” she asked the crowd. Her energy was electric, and her words? Completely necessary. “We all deserve to live in hope and not in fear.” Amen.

Addison Rae Enters the Chat

Though she’s not usually political, Addison Rae showed up big for this one. “This country could not exist without immigrants,” she wrote on IG. She even shared resources for the National Immigration Law Center, proving it’s never too late to use your platform for good.

Katy Perry Pays Homage to L.A.’s Mexican Roots

Katy Perry didn’t mince words either. She reshared posts calling out the hypocrisy of deporting Mexican families from a city built on Mexican history and labor. “How can a city built on Mexican labor, Mexican history, and Mexican culture turn around and criminalize the very people who shaped it?” she echoed. Exactly.

Karol G Gets Emotional for Her People

Karol G’s post was raw and real. “I can’t keep quiet when something hurts me,” she wrote. “I am Latina, and what is happening to my community is deeply painful.” Her words came just as she preps to drop Tropicoqueta, her upcoming album celebrating Latin roots. She’s using her art and her voice to uplift her people.

Shakira Reminds Us Where It All Began

Shakira, in a rare political interview with the BBC, opened up about her immigrant journey from Colombia to the U.S. “The immigrant experience now means living in constant fear,” she said. “Now, more than ever, we have to remain united.” Her message was filled with heartbreak but also hope.

Ariana’s one-liner wasn’t just a savage drag. It was a wake-up call. These artists, all icons in their own right, are banding together to remind us that silence is no longer an option. As ICE ramps up its operations and Trump doubles down, the people and the stars who love them aren’t backing down.

So yeah, Ariana asked the right question. Because honestly? We’re all confused and angry. But most importantly, we’re loud.

And we’re not going anywhere.

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