Katie Miller, ex-DHS staffer, targets Justin, Hailey Bieber over ICE pins at Grammys

Justin and Hailey arrived at the Grammys wearing matching black outfits and silver jewellery with 'ICE OUT' pins
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Katie Miller took to social media to call out Justin and Hailey Bieber, questioning the consistency between the couple's political protest at the Grammys and their private household practices (Getty Images, KatieMiller/X)
Katie Miller took to social media to call out Justin and Hailey Bieber, questioning the consistency between the couple's political protest at the Grammys and their private household practices (Getty Images, KatieMiller/X)

CRYPTO ARENA, LOS ANGELES: Former Trump official Katie Miller criticized Justin Beiber and Hailey Bieber for wearing "ICE Out" pins during their appearance at the 2026 Grammys on Sunday, February 1.

Miller took to social media to insinuate the two were taking the stance as they benefit from the labour of undocumented immigrants in their household. 

Katie Miller slams Justin Beiber, Hailey Beiber

Miller questioned the couple's personal life on social media, asking, "Wonder how many illegal aliens they employ in their household?"



Miller, who has previously served as a deputy press secretary at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), appeared to be suggesting that those living in high-end celebrity circles might rely on the very workforce affected by the policies they were protesting.

The Biebers used their return to the red carpet to make a bold political statement against recent actions by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). 

By wearing the matching pins, they joined several other famous artists in protesting the agency's presence in the American cities.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: (L-R) Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish, and Hailey Bieber attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish, and Hailey Bieber attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Biebers makes political statement at 2026 Grammys

Justin and Hailey arrived at the Grammys in Los Angeles wearing matching black outfits and silver jewellery, but the most noticed part of their look was the “ICE OUT” pins.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Justin Bieber attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Justin Bieber attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

These pins were worn to protest recent killings involving ICE officers during deployments in places like Minneapolis. 

Other big stars, including Billie Eilish and Kehlani, also wore the pins to show they were upset with how immigration enforcement is being handled.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: Hailey Bieber attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Hailey Bieber attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Biebers return to the red carpet since 2022

Marking their first joint appearance at a major awards show since 2022, the couple arrived at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena in coordinated black outfits. 

Hailey Bieber opted for a custom strapless gown by Alaia, while Justin complemented her look in matching silver jewelry. 

The night was particularly significant for Justin, who returned to the spotlight following the 2024 birth of the couple’s son, Jack Blues, and a successful year for his latest musical endeavors.

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