Karol G Warned on ICE Criticism at Coachella Over Visa Risks

Colombian superstar Karol G has revealed she faces warnings against speaking out against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, during her historic headline performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, citing potential risks to her work visa.

In an interview with Playboy published ahead of the event, the singer, whose real name is Carolina Giraldo Navarro, described how advisors and those close to her have urged her to avoid phrases like "ICE out" during her sets on April 12 and 19 in Indio, California. She recounted their concerns: "People will say, 'It's better you don't.' Because if you say the thing, maybe the next day you'll get a call: 'Hey, we are taking your visa away.' You become bait, because some people want to show their power."

Karol G, who will close both Sundays of the festival's two weekends from April 10-12 and 17-19, expressed her long-standing desire to address immigration enforcement issues, a topic she has wanted to tackle publicly for some time. As an international artist reliant on U.S. visas to perform and tour, she highlighted the delicate balance between using her platform for advocacy and protecting her career. "I'm willing...