Swae Lee, typically known for his chart-topping hits and role as the frontman of Rae Sremmurd, has recently stirred up political waters by speaking out against Vice President Kamala Harris. This move has sparked a broader conversation about the discontent many Black Americans and hip hop artists feel towards her.
On Saturday, July 27, Swae Lee took to Twitter to voice his frustration, urging his followers to avoid voting for Harris, who is likely to be the Democratic nominee for president.
“Do not vote for Kamala !!! Do your research on that whole camp,” he tweeted. He criticized the millions of tax dollars he pays annually, alleging that these funds are being diverted to support foreign causes, such as Ukraine during its conflict with Russia.
“I pay over millions in tax dollars every year this man sent it to a whole nother country !!!!!!!!! Those lil dollars that come off your checks they gave it away !!!!!!! Think about that s-t,” Swae Lee continued.
He argued that these funds would be better used to support struggling American citizens, suggesting that the money sent abroad could have provided significant financial relief to every American citizen.
“The money we sent away every American citizen could’ve got minimal 200 grand think about that but I guess we don’t need the s–t and yall standing for Kamala,” he added. “My black people she don’t do nothing but sign off on things against yall ….(us) voting just cuz you think she’s black is not going to end in your favor.”
Swae Lee also retweeted a post highlighting the various policies President Trump implemented that were seen as beneficial to many Americans. The retweet included points such as the First Step Act, the Music Modernization Act, the Platinum Plan, and the reestablishment of the Veterans Choice Act. The post praised Trump for his contributions to school choice, prison reform, and his efforts to combat child trafficking at the southern border.
The tweet concluded with a powerful endorsement of Trump, criticizing Democratic policies and framing Harris as a mere puppet of unchanged political forces.
Swae Lee’s outspoken stance reflects a growing sentiment amongst Black Americans and hip hop artists who feel let down by the current administration. His comments highlight a broader frustration with how tax dollars are being spent and a belief that the current leadership is not addressing the needs of the community.
The American Beat will continue to follow this developing story and the broader implications it may have on the upcoming elections.
