Rapper Cardi B has reignited her criticism of public figures and institutions, particularly targeting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in a recent exchange centered on controversial comments made during her concert in Palm Desert, California. The incident occurred during her “Little Miss Drama Tour,” where Cardi B expressed her disdain for potential ICE agents attending her performance, asserting, “Bitch, If ICE comes in here, we gon’ jump they asses. I’ve got some bear mace in the back! They ain’t taking my fans, bitch.”
In response, the DHS took to social media, issuing a pointed reply to a TMZ article detailing Cardi’s comments. They stated, “As long as she doesn’t drug and rob our agents, we’ll consider that an improvement over her past behavior.” This comment alluded to Cardi B’s past admissions about drugging and robbing men during her time as a stripper, a topic she addressed in a 2019 interview, where she mentioned the harsh realities that led her to make such choices.
Not one to back down, Cardi B hit back at the DHS, shifting the focus to the recently released files related to sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. She questioned why the department wasn’t addressing the serious allegations surrounding Epstein and his associates, stating, “If we talking about drugs let’s talk about Epstein and friends drugging underage girls to rape them. Why y’all don’t wanna talk about the Epstein files?”
The discussion around Epstein has intensified following the release of over three million additional files by the Department of Justice, which have prompted scrutiny of numerous public figures and their connections to the convicted sex offender. Notably, former President Donald Trump has been mentioned more than 5,300 times in relation to Epstein, although he has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
In the aftermath of these revelations, figures in the entertainment industry, such as Wasserman Group founder Casey Wasserman—who has faced backlash for his ties to Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell—are also feeling the heat. Several artists, including Chappell Roan and Orville Peck, have distanced themselves from Wasserman Group, demanding accountability within the organization.
This ongoing saga highlights not only the complexities of public figures dealing with their pasts but also the broader implications of accountability and justice in cases involving high-profile individuals. Cardi B’s outspoken nature continues to challenge the status quo, sparking important conversations surrounding ethics, morality, and the power of celebrity in society.