Music, politics, and controversy collide as rapper 50 Cent shares his unexpected take on Donald Trump's return to the White House amid a charged political landscape.
- Nov 7, 2024
AceShowbiz - 50 Cent has made waves with his reaction to Donald Trump's latest presidential victory. The news that Trump secured a second term as the 47th President of the United States, after earning 277 electoral votes and surprising many with his comeback, was met with mixed emotions nationwide.
Taking to Instagram, 50 Cent posted a couple of images featuring himself with Trump, accompanied by a cryptic but congratulatory message. "I don't care how the fight goes, I'm leaving with the winner s**t. I still don't know what's going on - congratulations!" he wrote, reiterating his sentiment multiple times across his social media platforms.
This post ignited diverse reactions among his followers. While some fans appreciated his neutrality and avoidance of political entanglements, others criticized him for seemingly endorsing Trump, especially in light of the rapper's previous reservations about political involvement.
A heated discussion ensued in the comments, with one user remarking, "So... you're making a documentary exposing Diddy while voting for White Diddy????" Another pointed out, "One thing most black men gonna do is not show up for a black woman!!!!" referring to Vice President Kamala Harris' loss.
50 Cent had earlier revealed on "The Breakfast Club" that he had declined a $3 million offer to appear at Trump's Madison Square Garden rally. "They offered me $3 million!" he stated, explaining his refusal due to a distaste for politics and the divisive nature of political engagement. "I'm afraid of politics, you understand? I do not like it.… It's because when you do get involved in it, no matter how you feel, somebody passionately disagrees with you."
The rapper's latest comments come four years after he initially endorsed, then retracted his support for Trump during the 2020 election. His relationship with Trump has been a rollercoaster, particularly after ex-girlfriend Chelsea Handler publicly chastised him for his 2020 endorsement, leading him to denounce Trump with, "F**k Donald Trump, I never liked him."
Trump's return to the White House has sparked considerable debate among celebrities. Rappers like Fivio Foreign, Lil Pump, and Kodak Black have shown public support for the President, anticipating benefits like lower gas prices and taxes. Conversely, artists such as Cardi B have expressed their discontent, with the Bronx rapper venting her frustration, "This is why some of y'all states be getting hurricanes."
As the political landscape continues to evolve, 50 Cent's stance remains a topic of intense discussion among fans and commentators alike. Whether seen as savvy neutrality or controversial endorsement, his approach underscores the complex relationship between celebrities, politics, and public opinion.