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Nelly Responds to Backlash over Trump Performance, Also Weighs in on Harris

  • During a June 27 Hot 97 interview, Nelly denied endorsing Trump and criticized Harris’s prosecutorial record.
  • In January, Nelly performed at Trump's Liberty Ball, prompting fan backlash; he claimed the gig was about respect, not support for Trump.
  • Nelly received a $1.5 million fee for performing at Trump’s inauguration, referencing his Tuskegee Airman grand uncle and criticizing Harris as a 'prosecutor who has probably locked up more Black men.'
  • Supporters praise Nelly’s stance, while critics fear it may hurt his upcoming tour, highlighting ongoing debate over celebrity political actions.
  • Beyond the controversy, the incident highlights ongoing tensions within the Black community over political allegiance and celebrity roles, as artists like Snoop Dogg face similar criticism.
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