Kanye West’s online store, Yeezy.com, has been taken down after selling $20 Swastika shirts that sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The move comes on the heels of a Super Bowl ad and recent antisemitic posts by Kanye on X (formerly Twitter). The 47-year-old musician was accused of promoting hate and white supremacy, with many calling for his platform access to be cut off.
Kanye’s website featured only the Swastika shirt, priced at $20, with no description or accompanying text. The sale drew criticism from fans, celebrities, and nations that have outlawed the emblem due to its association with Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. Following the backlash, Elon Musk removed Kanye’s X account amid pressure from fans and Jewish communities.
The incident highlights Kanye’s recent string of provocative posts, including an insult aimed at Taylor Swift and a bizarre Super Bowl ad featuring him getting new teeth fitted in a dental chair. Celebrities like David Schwimmer have condemned Kanye’s actions as “deranged bigotry” and called for greater accountability from X.
Source: https://www.irishstar.com/culture/entertainment/kanye-west-yeezy-website-down-34658396