BTS visits White House to discuss Asian inclusion and representation

The Korean pop supergroup visited the White House to meet with President Joe Biden on May 31. The entire band made an appearance in the White House press briefing room. "While many of you may know BTS as Grammy-nominated international icons..." Karine Jean-Pierre, White House Press Secretary, via CNN. "...they also play an important role as youth ambassadors promoting a message of respect and positivity." Karine Jean-Pierre, White House Press Secretary, via CNN. Band member RM made a statement in English on behalf of the rest of the group.

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