BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts"

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Crowds of fans gathered around the White House fence. The White House live stream, which usually doesn't receive large audiences, drew more than 230,000 viewers before the event began.

On May 31 local time, BTS met with President Biden in honor of AANHPI (Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander) Heritage Month. Before their private meeting with the President, the BTS members made a special appearance at a White House press conference where they talked about wanting to help end the crime of discrimination against Asians.

The stars made brief statements to reporters, calling for an end to crimes against Asian Americans. "It is heartbreaking for us to witness the recent increase in hatred, including crimes involving Asian Americans. To put an end to this problem, we would like to take this opportunity to speak out once again. ", member Jimin said through an interpreter.

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BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 2

Hate crimes against the Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities have increased dramatically over the past year. More attacks on people of Asian descent have escalated as some politicians and experts encourage Americans to blame China for the COVID-19 pandemic.

The White House said the goal of the group meeting was to "discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion through BTS as youth ambassadors who spread messages of hope and resilience." positive around the world".

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BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 4

Crowds of fans gathered around the White House fence. The White House live stream, which usually doesn't receive large audiences, drew more than 230,000 viewers before the event began.

Dozens of young fans at the gates of the White House created a concert-like atmosphere of praise for the band, seemingly giving Washington a dose of stimulant and a voice for inclusion to solve crime. hatred towards Asians.

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BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 6

BTS' popularity was also evident in the White House press conference room, where journalists from South Korea and Japan filled the aisle. "Wonderful! So much excitement," said White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. The 7 members of BTS including J-Hope, Suga, Jungkook, V, Jin, RM and Jimin, stand behind Mrs. Karine, wearing a dark suit, white shirt and black tie. The members took turns giving their own statements.

Later that day, President Biden posted a short clip of his meaningful meeting with BTS on the official POTUS Twitter account, with the caption: "Nice to meet you guys you, BTS. Thank you for all you are doing to raise awareness about the rise of hate crimes and discrimination against Asians. I look forward to sharing more of the conversation soon. our story."

BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 7

BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 8

In the newly released video, Biden tells the BTS members, "People care a lot about what you say and what you're doing is good for everyone. It's not just great talent. It's also the message you're communicating. It's very important."

Meanwhile, BTS shared a photo they took with President Biden in the Oval Office, writing, "Thanks for letting us in the White House! It's been an honor to discuss important issues with POTUS today. We are so grateful to ARMY who made it all possible."

BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 9

BTS showed off their superb visuals at the White House, and taught US President Joe Biden to "shoot hearts" - Photo 10

BTS has been using lyrics and social campaigns to empower young people since its debut in 2013. BTS's fanbase includes an Internet-savvy generation that harnesses the power of social media and whole group of older people.

In June 2020, BTS fans raised $1 million in just one day in the #MatchAMillion online campaign for American social justice goals, which corresponds to the band's donation to the movement. Black Lives Matter.

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A representative of BTS' management company Big Hit Music said it was an honor to be invited to the White House, "When we come here as artists representing Korea, we look forward to discussing about various themes including inclusion, diversity, crime, Asian hatred, culture and the arts".

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