Gillette Stadium
PlaceOn 12 shows in Politics & World over 30 days
Gillette Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States, about 22 miles (35 km) southwest of downtown Boston. Opened in 2002, it serves as the home stadium and administrative offices for the New England Patriots of the NFL and the New England Revolution of MLS, and hosts concerts and other events.
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Mentions of Gillette Stadium per 1,000 mentions of anything, 7-day rolling, politics & world.
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| Day | Share (7-day) | Mentions |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15 | 0.10‰ | 1 |
| Sep 16 | 0.29‰ | 2 |
| Sep 17 | 0.56‰ | 3 |
| Sep 18 | 0.77‰ | 2 |
| Sep 20 | 0.84‰ | 1 |
| Sep 21 | 1.00‰ | 2 |
| Sep 22 | 0.99‰ | 1 |
| Sep 25 | 0.44‰ | 1 |
| Oct 6 | 0.09‰ | 1 |
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Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour sparks a free-speech dispute
Shows focus on Robert Kraft’s role in removing Macklemore from Ed Sheeran’s tour after political comments about Israel and Palestine at concerts.[1][2][3]
Morning Wire and Breaking Points say Gillette Stadium barred anti-Semitic messages, while Macklemore’s statements and imagery were cited as the reason for his removal.[4][3][5]
Several shows report that Kraft pressured Ed Sheeran and possibly other venue owners, with Macklemore’s statement alleging broader pressure and Sheeran saying the decision was not his.[6][7][8]
Pivot and Raging Moderates argue that comparisons between Kraft’s decision and restrictions on White House press access are false because Gillette Stadium is privately owned.[9][10]
The Tucker Carlson Show disputes that framing, presenting Macklemore’s cancellation as a free-speech case and criticizing Kraft’s role.[11]
Global News Podcast instead centers on Sheeran’s upcoming Gillette Stadium performances and whether his statements about Gaza will affect how he is received.[12]
Sources · 12 moments
- 1.Morning Wire · Trump’s Greenland Power Move & Ed Sheeran Backlash Explodes | 9.21.26Megan Basham · Sep 21 · Listen at 9:57 ↗
“And what happened was back in early September at Boston's Gillette Stadium, Macklemore was Ed Sheeran's opening act, and he used his time on stage to make, as John said, some political statements about Israel. He accused them of genocide. S”
- 2.UNBIASED Politics · Ed Sheeran & Macklemore Tour Fallout Explained | Hegseth Impeachment + FBI Bestiality Changes and More.Jordan Berman · Sep 17 · Listen at 6:54 ↗
“eight or he has 10 shows left. Eight of those shows are stadium shows and Macklemore was supposed to perform at all eight. But this is where Robert Kraft comes into the story. So Robert Kraft owns the New England Patriots and his company ow”
- 3.Morning Wire · Evening Wire: China Attacks U.S. Ally’s Fishing Vessel & Diesel Prices Hit All-Time High | 9.18.26John Bickley · Sep 18 · Listen at 7:49 ↗
“rights. Miss Rachel said she was inspired by Macklemore's $1 million donation of his earnings from Ed Sheeran's tour. Macklemore was dropped from Sheeran's tour earlier this week after New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft barred him from”
- 4.Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · 9/15/26: Macklemore Dropped, Pablo Torre Returns, Cuban Official InterviewSaagar Enjeti · Sep 15 · Listen at 6:14 ↗
“happened? Maybe I think they dropped the charges against him, but I don't think he disputes what exactly went down in that Asian massage parlor. But now let's go ahead and put D5 up here on the screen. This is Robert Kraft's statement. He s”
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