The sighting prompted criticism on social media, with viewers noting the discrepancy between the Democratic Party’s stated focus on income inequality and two of its more prominent members attending such a star-studded event.
But they were reportedly not alone. According to Politico, more than a dozen lawmakers headed to the event and hosted fundraisers during the weekend to tap into the network of Hollywood donors all gathered for the festivities. New York Rep. Joe Crowley, a Democrat, reportedly had a box at the show, while others attended policy briefings hosted by industry leaders focused on copyright issues and other artist concerns.