SEVENTEEN's Vernon faces backlash after mother's controversial social media posts surface online
Vernon's mother's alleged Islamophobic and pro-Trump posts come under fire along with her remarks about BTS
Kpop group SEVENTEEN 's member Vernon has rcome under the spotlight after controversial posts allegedly made by his mother emerged online.
One of the posts that drew backlash from fans was her response to a post defending Zohran Mamdani, the new Muslim mayor-elect of New York City. Many felt that her remarks were Islamophobic as they equated Muslims with felons.
While some fans condemned the Vernon for remaining silent, others defended him, stating that an individual should not be held accountable for their parent’s opinions.
The issue has fuelled debate about idols’ personal lives and public accountability.