Kanye West’s Yeezy Site Shuts Down Following Swastika T-Shirt Backlash During Super Bowl

Kanye West Sparks Outrage with Swastika T-Shirts, Website Crashes Amid Backlash
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[Insert Image 1: Kanye West’s Yeezy website error message]

Kanye West (now known as Ye) faces fierce criticism after promoting a $20 swastika-printed T-shirt during the Super Bowl, leading to his Yeezy website crashing. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) condemned the 47-year-old rapper for “vile antisemitism,” calling the merchandise a deliberate endorsement of Nazi ideology.

Website Crash and Controversial Merchandise
Following a 12-hour social media rant filled with antisemitic, homophobic, and sexist posts, Ye directed viewers to his website during a cryptic Super Bowl ad. The site initially featured only the swastika T-shirt labeled “HH-01” (interpreted as “Heil Hitler”) before going offline Tuesday, displaying an “unavailable” error. While Shopify has not confirmed suspension, critics speculate the crash resulted from backlash or platform intervention.

[Insert Image 2: Swastika T-shirt advertised on Yeezy.com]

ADL Slams “Dangerous” Antisemitism
The ADL accused Ye of amplifying hate, stating, “The swastika instills fear in those targeted by antisemitism… Kanye’s tweets and merchandise galvanize extremists.” They highlighted his Super Bowl ad’s broad reach and launched a petition demanding Fox Sports apologize for airing it.

Ye’s Social Media Tirade
Before deleting his X account, Ye posted incendiary remarks, including “I AM A NAZI,” “I LOVE HITLER,” and refusal to apologize for past antisemitism. He defended the swastika design as his “greatest performance art piece,” garnering 34,000 likes. His tweets also targeted Kamala Harris with homophobic slurs and claimed “dominion” over wife Bianca Censori amid scrutiny over her revealing outfits.

[Insert Image 3: Ye’s since-deleted tweet showcasing the swastika shirt]

Retracted Apology and Escalating Rhetoric
In 2022, Ye apologized after antisemitic remarks cost him partnerships with Adidas and Balenciaga, stating he didn’t intend to “hurt or demean.” However, last week he retracted: “IM NEVER APOLOGIZING… I CAN SAY WHATEVER THE F**K I WANNA SAY.” He later called his posts a “social experiment,” downplaying their harm.

Jewish Organizations Demand Accountability
The Jewish Leadership Council warned Ye’s rhetoric “poses real danger,” while Campaign Against Antisemitism urged Elon Musk to ban him from X. The American Jewish Committee (AJC) emphasized his “dangerous influence,” noting 69% of U.S. Jews face online antisemitism.

[Insert Image 4: ADL’s social media statement condemning Ye]

Public Reaction and Fallout
Fans and critics alike expressed dismay. While some supporters praised his “artistic” defiance, brands have stayed silent, avoiding partnerships. Meanwhile, Ye’s legal and financial troubles mount, including lawsuits over unpaid debts and declining music revenue.

Conclusion
Ye’s provocations highlight ongoing debates over free speech versus hate speech. As Jewish groups push for accountability, his actions underscore the real-world impact of celebrity-endorsed extremism. With his website offline and reputation further damaged, Ye’s future in the spotlight remains uncertain.

[Insert Image 5: Ye in his Super Bowl ad promoting Yeezy.com]

*(Images suggested: 1. Website error screen; 2. Swastika T-shirt; 3. Ye’s deleted tweet; 4. ADL statement; 5. Super Bowl ad