Cardi B is not one to hold back, and following Donald Trump’s election win over Kamala Harris, the rapper found herself on the receiving end of taunts from Trump supporters. Cardi, a vocal backer of Harris who recently spoke at a rally in Milwaukee, issued not one, but two responses that showcased both her grace and fire.
Initially, Cardi B took to Instagram with a classy nod to Kamala Harris. “To Vice President Kamala,” she wrote. “No matter what they’ve said to bring you down or belittle your run for the presidency, they can never say you didn’t run your race with honesty and with integrity.” It was an unexpectedly heartfelt sentiment from a performer known for her bold social media presence. But, as the day progressed and the trolling continued, Cardi showed why she’s known as a social media force to be reckoned with.
In a video posted to Twitter, Cardi didn’t mince words for those mocking her and Harris supporters. “Y’all won, I know y’all happy. Ain’t nobody acting like bitter losers,” she said before issuing a sharp warning. “Y’all need to leave me the fck alone. Because I got one more fcking cigarette in me before I start lighting your ases up.” True to her style, Cardi ended the video with an unmistakable declaration: “That’s word to the motherfcking United States of America.”
The rapper’s rollercoaster of emotions mirrored those of many Harris supporters, and she documented it all. From tweeting that the campaign needed a “Hail Mary” to posting a photo with the caption, “I hate y’all,” Cardi B has been candid about her disappointment and frustration.
Will the backlash simmer down as the dust settles on the election? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: Cardi B isn’t going to sit quietly on the sidelines.
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