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Maher discussed a 2014 costume controversy involving Macklemore, alongside the rapper's recent comments regarding Gaza. Macklemore had worn a costume in 2014 that included a dark wig, beard, and fake nose, which led to accusations of antisemitism. Macklemore had previously apologized for the costume, stating it was not intended as a stereotype."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Maher's remarks followed Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's 'Loop Tour' after a pro-Palestinian speech. Maher called Macklemore's characterization of the Gaza war as genocide a lie. The rapper had stood by his calls for a free Palestine and donated $1 million to Palestinian aid efforts. Separately, Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, pledged $2 million for humanitarian assistance in Gaza. Maher also criticized musicians for using concerts to deliver political messages."},{"type":"heading","text":"Disagreement on Macklemore's apology"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The full reports from KRCR and WGME state that Macklemore apologized at the time for the 2014 costume, saying he did not intend to offend anyone and that it was a random costume, not a stereotype. None of the other reports, which are digests, mention Macklemore's apology."},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"None of the right-rated reports mention that Macklemore apologized for his 2014 costume. 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