Hip-Hop Stars Respond to Donald Trump’s Presidential Election Victory: Reactions from Cardi B, Lil Pump, and Others

In a decisive victory, Donald Trump garnered 295 Electoral College votes, surpassing his Democratic opponent Kamala Harris, who secured 226 votes in the recently concluded U.S. presidential election. This win marks Trump’s second and final term in office, making him only the second president in American history, following Grover Cleveland, to serve two non-consecutive terms after losing a re-election bid in 2020. Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, succeeding Joe Biden.

Reports confirmed Trump’s victory in the early hours of November 6, igniting a wave of reactions across social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), where celebrities and media figures expressed their thoughts on the outcome.

Celebrity Reactions to Trump’s Victory

The hip-hop community was vocal in their responses, with A-list artists sharing their disappointment and frustration over Trump’s triumph. Major news outlets, including CNBC, described the election as a “landslide win” for the Republican candidate. Notable figures such as Cardi B and Denzel Curry openly criticized the election results, reflecting the sentiments of many voters.

Conversely, Lil Pump celebrated through a series of tweets, sharing a video of himself in a MAGA hat and toasting with champagne. His remarks included:

“They rigged the last [election], but this time they couldn’t do it. They tried but failed; now it’s time to make America great again.”
– Lil Pump.

On the Democratic side, Cardi B paid tribute to Kamala Harris, stating:

“To Vice President Kamala, regardless of the negativity directed towards you, your campaign has inspired many, especially women across the nation.”
– Cardi B on Instagram.

Denzel Curry delivered a pointed critique:

“A convict can’t vote but a convict can be president.”
– Denzel Curry.

Other artists like Meek Mill and Monaleo shared their perspectives, with comments ranging from reflections on personal experiences to humorous takes on the political landscape.

Inauguration Details and Upcoming Events

According to CNBC, the official swearing-in ceremony for Donald Trump will occur on January 20, 2025. Before this, Congress is expected to validate the election results on January 6, which is a critical step in the U.S. electoral process.

As outlined by the 20th Amendment to the Constitution, the inauguration will be held approximately two and a half months post-election. Following the traditional procession to the Capitol, Trump will take the oath of office, followed by an inaugural address that will set the tone for his administration.

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a concession speech at Howard University on November 6, 2024. (Photo by Kyle Mazza/Anadolu via Getty Images)

As discussions surrounding Trump’s victory continue to unfold on social media, his supporter Lil Pump also made claims regarding compensation allegations involving Taylor Swift and Eminem for their previous support of Kamala Harris, though such assertions remain unsubstantiated.

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