The mayor of San Antonio, Gina Ortiz Jones, has voiced support for canceling an upcoming Fourth of July concert by Ye. Known previously as Kanye West, the rapper has faced cancellations in Europe due to protests over his antisemitic actions. The event is set to take place at the Alamodome, a city-funded venue with a capacity of over 70,000.
In a statement on social media, Mayor Jones expressed that San Antonio should not entertain individuals with a history of hate speech, especially on a significant day like July 4th. She emphasized the importance of countering antisemitism to help create a better society.
The Alamodome concert is part of a tour promoting Ye’s latest album, “Bully.” The rapper has faced backlash for various antisemitic actions, including releasing a song with an offensive title and selling merchandise with swastikas. Although he apologized for his actions in 2023, he later reversed this apology in 2025. In January, he published an apology in The Wall Street Journal, citing untreated bipolar disorder as a factor.
Despite Ye’s recent apology, many European officials find it inadequate. Concerts in Italy and Poland were canceled due to security concerns and objections from Jewish leaders. The British government halted Ye’s entry for performances, and a Swiss soccer club also canceled a June event. The rapper himself canceled a French show following potential government intervention.
In contrast, Ye recently performed for 40,000 fans in the Netherlands, where concertgoers seemed more focused on the music than past controversies. He also sold out two performances in Los Angeles in April. Upcoming performances include concerts in Spain, Portugal, Albania, and Chicago.
Ye is scheduled for two concerts at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, later this month. Florida Senator Rick Scott has appealed for a reconsideration of these events. In a letter to the Tampa Sports Authority, he expressed concerns about an event funded by taxpayer money featuring someone with a history of promoting harmful rhetoric.
Derrick Bryson Taylor, a journalist at The Times, specializes in breaking news related to culture and the arts.
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