Law Enforcement Source Reportedly References Cardi B’s Past Ahead of Campaign Appearance
A source reportedly connected to federal law enforcement has offered a scathing reaction to rapper Cardi B’s scheduled appearance at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris. Following the announcement that the Grammy-winning artist would appear at a “We The People” event in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a source familiar with the security detail told reporters, “As long as she doesn’t drug and rob our agents, we’ll consider that an improvement over her past behavior.”
The pointed comment references a controversy that erupted in 2019 after an old Instagram Live video resurfaced. In the footage, the rapper admitted to drugging and robbing men who solicited her for sex during her time working as a stripper. Cardi B later addressed the admission on social media, clarifying that she was not glorifying her past actions but rather discussing the “things I had to do to survive.” She noted at the time that she has a past that she “can’t change,” though she has not faced criminal charges related to those specific claims.
The inclusion of Cardi B in the Democratic campaign strategy highlights a significant point of contention. While the campaign aims to utilize her massive cultural platform to mobilize young and minority voters in crucial swing states, the partnership provides ammunition for political opponents. Critics argue that utilizing a surrogate with an admitted history of criminal activity undermines the administration’s messaging on public safety and law enforcement.
However, supporters of the artist contend that the law enforcement comment is unprofessional and dismissive of her current status as a business mogul and political activist. Defenders argue that holding past survival tactics against her ignores her current advocacy and the reality of the environments many voters face. Despite the controversy, the campaign appears committed to leveraging celebrity influence to boost voter turnout in the final stretch of the election cycle.
