Cardi B Fires Back at DHS Over ICE Joke at Concert

Rapper calls out agency for not addressing Epstein case instead

Feb. 12, 2026 at 11:23pm

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Cardi B is feuding with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on social media after she joked about jumping ICE agents if they showed up at her concert to detain her fans. DHS responded by referencing Cardi's past legal issues, prompting the rapper to fire back and ask why the agency isn't focusing on the Epstein case instead.

Why it matters

Cardi B has been outspoken in her criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policies, and this latest clash highlights the ongoing tensions between the rapper and federal agencies. The Epstein case reference also touches on a broader debate around elite figures potentially involved in sex trafficking.

The details

During the first stop of her 'Little Miss Drama' tour in Palm Desert, California, Cardi B joked that she would 'jump' ICE agents if they tried to detain her fans at the show. The DHS responded on social media, referencing Cardi's past legal issues and saying they would consider it an 'improvement' if she didn't 'drug and rob' their agents. Cardi then fired back, asking why the DHS isn't focusing on the Epstein case instead.

  • Cardi B made the ICE joke during her concert on February 12, 2026.
  • The DHS responded to Cardi's comments on social media shortly after the concert.

The players

Cardi B

An American rapper known for her outspoken political views and criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The U.S. federal executive department responsible for public security, including immigration enforcement through agencies like ICE.

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States whose administration oversaw the DHS and its immigration crackdown.

Jeffrey Epstein

A wealthy financier who was accused of sex trafficking minors and had connections to many powerful figures.

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What they’re saying

“B--h, if ICE comes in here, we're going to jump their a--es. I got some bear mace in the back. They ain't taking my fans b--h, let's go!”

— Cardi B, Rapper

“As long as she doesn't drug and rob our agents, we'll consider that an improvement over her past behavior.”

— Department of Homeland Security

“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?”

— Cardi B, Rapper

What’s next

Cardi B's 'Little Miss Drama' tour is scheduled to continue on February 13 in Las Vegas, followed by shows at the Kia Forum in the Los Angeles area on February 15 and 16.

The takeaway

This clash between Cardi B and the DHS highlights the ongoing tensions between the rapper and the federal government over immigration policies, as well as the broader debate around elite figures potentially involved in sex trafficking cases like the Epstein scandal.