Mark Lee Faces Backlash Over Treatment Amid NCT Haechan Dating Controversy

Mark Lee is facing backlash over his recent controversy — but fans are calling out double standards in how he’s treated compared to other idols.

The controversy began when Mark wore a Confederate flag shirt, sparking major criticism online. Despite the backlash, his first public appearance since the incident caused even more fury.

Fans quickly reacted to the difference in treatment between Mark and fellow NCT member Haechan. Haechan faced intense harassment and even physical altercations at the airport after dating rumors surfaced. Meanwhile, Mark was met with a welcoming and positive attitude from fans during his airport appearance.

As the situation unfolded, many pointed out the unfairness:

MIND YOU haechan was literally getting harassed at the airport for a dating RUMOUR and couldn’t show his face for weeks
— Yasemin ˚.༘⋆ (@piinkjaem)

so this mf gets praised meanwhile haechan who never did anything wrong gets called fucking pig in public just bc of a dating rumor? yeah you all need professional help
— rin (@y0ream)

weird how hc got mobbed, cursed, harassed, insulted, pushed at the airport merely because of dating rumours meanwhile we have this lil fella at the airport today after wearing a confederate shirt
— elz ⋆˚𝜗𝜚˚⋆ 4 junil (@jvnils)

so why is it only haechan gets mobbed at the airport?
— cece (@rottenmahae)

Others also brought up TWICE’s Chaeyoung, who had to lay low after her own t-shirt controversy, highlighting more double standards:

chaeyoung had to dissappear for a while after the shirt incident btw
— ًshamone (@classyender)

The ongoing debate shows fans frustrated with the different ways idols are treated amid controversies. Mark’s situation remains tense as discussions about fairness and accountability continue.