Irish rap group Kneecap said it will be taking legal action after being banned from entering Canada on the grounds of “endorsing political violence.”

The announcement was made on X by Parliamentary Secretary for Combating Crime Vince Gasparro on Friday morning.

“Recently, the rap group Kneecap has engaged in actions and has made statements that are contrary to Canadian values and laws that have caused deep alarm to our government,” stated Gasparro.

“The group have amplified political violence and publicly displayed support for terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas. These are not expressions of art or legitimate political critique. They are dangerous endorsements of violence and hate.”

The band was scheduled to perform in Vancouver and Toronto in October.

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