But before that, the “Butter” singers made a guest appearance at Tuesday’s White House press briefing. During 2020, the first year of the pandemic, anti-Asian hate crimes increased by 76% in Los Angeles County alone. “They’re speaking up for people like me who have anxiety because of the raise[sic] in Asian hate. Here’s a look at more fan reaction to Tuesday’s White House visit. I don’t think the people making fun of BTS for going to the White House truly understand how much of a milestone this is.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 31, 2022 22:34 UTC