Hasan Piker faces backlash after holding Chinese flag during livestream in Beijing (Image via Getty)
Hasan Piker, the popular Twitch streamer and political commentator, has once again found himself in the spotlight. During his recent visit to China, Hasan attended the Chinese national flag-raising ceremony at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. While standing in front of Mao Zedong’s large portrait, he held a small Chinese flag and said, “I don’t have any kind of patriotism in my heart for America.”The moment came right after the ceremony ended and was captured during a livestream that Hasan was filming in Beijing. The video quickly spread online and drew mixed reactions from viewers. Many were surprised to see him say this in such a symbolic place, while others called it another example of his outspoken political views. The clip was first shared by Drew Pavlou on X and soon went viral across social media.
Hasan Piker sparks outrage after declaring no patriotism for America during Tiananmen Square livestream
Hasan Piker is known for his strong opinions about politics, culture, and the United States. During his trip to China, he streamed his experiences live for his millions of fans. But the visit took an unexpected turn when Chinese security officers stopped him and his team during the livestream.Reports say the officers asked them to hand over their phones after noticing a meme of Chairman Mao that appeared on Hasan’s screen. This made the officers suspicious, and the stream was paused for about ten minutes while they checked the phones. Once the inspection was done, Hasan and his crew were allowed to continue filming. After the incident, Hasan continued exploring the area and even went into a nearby shop that sold souvenirs of Mao and the Communist Party. Viewers who were watching the livestream reacted strongly online, debating whether Hasan’s comments showed real political belief or just another attempt to spark attention.Hasan has long been known for his critical views about America. His latest comments in China added to that image, showing how far he is willing to go to express his opinions. Many on social media questioned why he chose to make such a bold statement at Tiananmen Square, a place that holds deep political meaning in China.Also Read: YouTuber Candace Owens Fires Back At Ben Shapiro After He Claims She Accused Erika Kirk Of Killing Charlie KirkThis incident has now become one of the most talked-about moments from Hasan Piker’s trip, raising fresh debates about freedom, loyalty, and how far online personalities can go to make a statement.