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Councilwoman Misty Spears accepted free Ye concert tickets before publicly denouncing rapper
By Zaria Oates, Matthew Craig, Ernie Zuniga at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio City Councilwoman Misty Spears is in the hot seat after Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones publicized Spears’ request for tickets to Ye’s upcoming concert.Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye, has sparked controversy over the last week after the San Antonio City Council learned he is expected to pe...
Key takeaway Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye, has sparked controversy over the last week after the San Antonio City Council learned he is expected to perform at the Alamodome on July 4.
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The controversy surrounding Ye's upcoming concert at the Alamodome has raised questions about the city's values and the council's decision-making process. Councilwoman Misty Spears' acceptance of free concert tickets, despite her later denouncement of the rapper, has sparked criticism and concerns about potential conflicts of interest. As the city grapples with the issue, residents are watching to see how their elected officials will navigate the situation. The fact that Spears is currently on a personal trip to Israel, a country deeply affected by anti-Semitic rhetoric, adds a layer of complexity to the situation. The Jewish Federation of San Antonio's CEO, Craig Berkowitch, has already spoken out against the decision to allow Ye to perform, and it remains to be seen how the city will respond to the backlash. The upcoming council meetings will be closely watched to see if any further action is taken regarding the concert.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio City Councilwoman Misty Spears is in the hot seat after Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones publicized Spears’ request for tickets to Ye’s upcoming concert.Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye, has sparked controversy over the last week after the San Antonio City Council learned he is expected to pe...
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