Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Stars Stand United: Olivia Rodrigo and More Speak Out Against Anti-ICE Protests

Just a day after sweeping anti-ICE protests sprouted up all over the country, some of music's biggest stars are speaking out, such as Olivia Rodrigo

STARS ALIGN TO TAKE STAND AGAINST TRUMP'S DEPORTATION DRAMA

Just 24 hours after a wave of anti-ICE protests swept across the nation, Hollywood's A-list is firing back against President Donald Trump's latest immigration antics.

The President's birthday bash turned into a national nightmare as protesters took to the streets in response to his administration's mass deportations in Los Angeles and his own military-style parade in Washington D.C. The likes of Jimmy Kimmel, Mark Ruffalo, and more joined the chorus of dissent, but it was social media sensations who really brought the heat.

Others used their Instagram stories to protest, including Olivia Rodrigo, Addison Rae (above), Jenna Ortega and Conan Grey.

OLIVIA RODRIGO SPARES NO ONE IN SCATHING Takedown

"LA simply wouldn't exist without immigrants," declared 22-year-old pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo in a scathing Instagram story. "Treating hardworking community members with such little respect, empathy and due process is awful." The L.A. native, known for her chart-topping hits like "Drivers License," wasn't mincing words as she called out the administration's harsh treatment of immigrant communities.

"I stand with the beautiful, diverse community of Los Angeles, and with immigrants all across America," Rodrigo concluded, leaving no doubt where she stands on the issue.

Jenna Ortega also used her social media presence to speak out about the protests

ADDISON RAE ADDS VOICE TO THE CHORUS OF DISSENT

"Disappointed and disturbed" is how social media superstar Addison Rae described her feelings in a passionate Instagram story. "This country could not exist without immigrants." The 20-year-old beauty influencer, known for her massive following and flawless features, urged her fans to stay informed and active in the face of rising nationalism.

"The world is crying all over," she wrote. "People in Los Angeles are being torn away from their everyday lives & love, the ones they built so tirelessly just like you." Rae's words were a stark reminder that this issue affects us all, no matter where we're from or what our backgrounds may be.

'I stand with the beautiful, diverse community of Los Angeles, and with immigrants all across America,' she added.

JENNA ORTEGA'S HEARTFELT OUTPOURING

Actress Jenna Ortega, known for her roles in "You" and "Wednesday," took to Instagram to express her outrage. "The ones they built so tirelessly just like you," she wrote, referring to the immigrant families torn apart by Trump's deportation policies.

In a heartfelt post, Ortega acknowledged the complexity of the issue but made it clear where she stands: with the people. "Listen to one another & love; but be angry too. Educate yourself as best you can. To say this doesn’t concern you, or that it isn’t your problem, is a privilege under abuse," she urged her followers.

Rae added in her Instagram story post, 'I'm so disappointed and disturbed by what is happening across our nation. This country could not exist without immigrants'

CONAN GREY'S FEARLESS STANCE

Finally, social media personality Conan Grey brought the heat with a scathing Instagram story of his own. "Immigrants are the backbone of America," he declared. "They are the foundation upon which this entire country was founded and deserve protection, respect and a right to free speech and protest." The 25-year-old content creator didn't hold back in his condemnation of Trump's mass deportations.

"What Trump is doing with his mass deportations is not only anti-American but anti-Constitutional," Grey emphasized. "It is most important now to know your rights, and the rights of our immigrant friends and neighbors." His post concluded with a link to the National Immigration Law Center (NILC), encouraging readers to learn more about the issue.

Ortega said, 'The world is crying all over. People in Los Angeles are being torn away from their everyday lives & love, the ones they built so tirelessly just like you.

As the stars continue to shine a light on this critical issue, it's clear that their voices will be heard loud and clear. Stay tuned for further updates from thescholarlynote.com as this story continues to unfold!

Grey stated, 'Immigrants are the backbone of America. They are the foundation upon which this entire country was founded and deserve protection, respect and a right to free speech and protest.'

'Listen to one another & love; but be angry too. Educate yourself as best you can. To say this doesn¿t concern you, or that it isn¿t your problem, is a privilege under abuse,' she concluded.

Grey continued in another slide, 'It is most important now to know your rights, and the rights of our immigrant friends and neighbors