Cardi B Fires Back at Elon Musk After He Calls Her a “Puppet” for Supporting Kamala Harris
In the midst of the US presidential election, the tension between American rapper Cardi B and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has escalated after Musk referred to Cardi B as a “puppet” who’s supporting Kamala Harris’ campaign. Musk, a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, has been open about his financial backing of Trump, having contributed a staggering $118 million to a political action committee backing the Republican candidate.
Cardi B, known for her straightforward style, quickly responded to Musk’s comments, rejecting his characterization and instead highlighting her personal experience of growing up in poverty. “I’m not a puppet, Elon,” she said. “I’m a daughter of two immigrant parents who worked hard to provide for me, a product of welfare, section 8, and poverty, and a testament to the struggles many face due to systemic inequalities. You, however, have no understanding of what Americans go through, and that’s evident in your call to ‘fix my algorithm’.”
Cardi B initially supported Harris when she mentioned the importance of women’s rights, drawing parallels between Harris and herself. “Just like Kamala Harris, I too have been underestimated, my success belittled and discredited. Women have to work ten times harder, perform ten times better, and still face skepticism about how we achieved success. I won’t stand for bullying, nor will I back down from standing up to those who bully us, just like Kamala.”
As the presidential election nears, on November 5, all eyes are on the democratic candidate Kamala Harris, who could make history by becoming the first Indian American president. However, a Carnegie Endowment for International Peace survey suggests that securing the same level of support from the Indian-American community as Joe Biden received in 2020 might be a challenge for Harris.
The heated exchange between Cardi B and Elon Musk serves as a reminder that social media platforms can have a profound impact on the political sphere, influencing public opinion and shaping the narrative around key issues. As the world waits with bated breath for the outcome of the US presidential election, it’s clear that the voices of celebrities, like Cardi B, will continue to play a significant role in shaping the political landscape.
