Oscars 2017: Blue ribbons worn in support of ACLU against 'Muslim ban'

Stars are arriving on the red carpet at the Academy Awards , which is expected to be one of the most political in history.

And a number of Oscar-nominees have thrown their support behind the organisation who first challenged Donald Trump's travel ban by wearing blue ribbons to the ceremony.


Irish-Ethiopian star Ruth Negga, who is up for best actress for her role in Loving, was first on the red carpet and sported the political accessory on her red Valentino dress.

The blue bow represents the American Civil Liberties Union and is part of their new initiative titled Stand With ACLU.

 While the travel ban has been blocked by the courts, a revamped refugee and immigration executive order is expected to be released by the White House next week.