PWR BTTM make statement about allegations of sexual assault

The allegations have been making their way around social media (some have been collected on Reddit) describing Hopkins as a "known sexual predator" who has "ma[de] unwanted advances on minors".

The issue of antisemitism has been discussed previously with Hopkins making a formal apology, as fans and the band themselves note.

"We want to respond to some very serious allegations that have been made against Ben," PWR BTTM's statement reads. "The allegations come as a surprise, but we are trying to address them with openness and accountability."

"Unfortunately we live in a culture which trivializes and normalizes violations of consent. There are people who have violated others’ consent and do not know. Ben has not been contacted by any survivor(s) of abuse. These allegations are shocking to us and we take them very seriously. Further, the alleged behavior is not representative of who Ben is and the manner in which they try to conduct themselves."

"To address this matter head on, we have set up an email address through which a survivor or someone working directly with a survivor can discuss the allegations being expressed on social media: pwrbttm.ask@gmail.com We are currently looking for a mediator with the necessary qualifications. This will be the only person with access to the account. Ben does not have access to the account, for two reasons: 1) because we acknowledge that certain individuals will not feel comfortable establishing a direct communication link between themselves and Ben, and 2) to protect Ben in the event that a malicious party attempts to use the address for anything but its intended purpose."

"Our primary goal here is to ensure that a survivor of abuse has a voice, that their story should be heard and that people who cross the line should be held accountable. What this means for the band, our album, our fans and our upcoming tours is, as of yet, unclear. Music is everything to us, but we feel strongly that this matter needs to be addressed first. Updates forthcoming."