Uncle Luke Calls Out Chilli and Nick Cannon Over MAGA Support

The Miami rapper criticizes the entertainers' reported ties to Donald Trump and his policies.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:03pm

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Uncle Luke, a Miami rapper and political candidate, is speaking out against TLC's Chilli and Nick Cannon over their reported support for former President Donald Trump and his policies. Luke said he is coming from a place of 'love, but also with truth' in criticizing their stances, which he believes are 'dead wrong' and have negatively impacted the Black community.

Why it matters

This controversy highlights the ongoing debate around public figures' political affiliations and the impact those views can have, especially within the Black community. Luke's comments underscore the personal and community-based ramifications of supporting politicians and policies seen as harmful to marginalized groups.

The details

In a series of tweets, Luke pointed to Trump's record, including attempts to 'erase Black history' and praise for officers involved in killing unarmed Black men. He framed this as a personal issue, not just politics. The backlash follows reports linking Chilli to Republican donations and right-wing social media activity, as well as Cannon's comments about Democrats being the 'party of the KKK'.

  • On March 30, 2026, Uncle Luke posted his critical comments on Twitter.

The players

Uncle Luke

A Miami rapper and political candidate who has long advocated for the Black community.

Chilli

A member of the R&B group TLC who has been linked to Republican donations and right-wing social media activity.

Nick Cannon

An entertainer who recently discussed conservative views, including stating that Democrats are the 'party of the KKK'.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States whose policies and actions Luke believes have harmed the Black community.

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What they’re saying

“Let the adult in the room speak. To Nick Cannon and Chilli — I say this with love, but also with truth. What y'all are saying right now… in my opinion… is dead wrong.”

— Uncle Luke, Rapper and political candidate

“This same man has tried to erase Black history, limited what our children can learn, praised and pardoned officers involved in killing unarmed Black men. So don't act like this is just politics. This is personal.”

— Uncle Luke, Rapper and political candidate

The takeaway

This controversy highlights the ongoing tensions and debates around public figures' political affiliations, especially when those views are seen as harmful to marginalized communities. Luke's comments underscore the personal and community-based ramifications of supporting politicians and policies that have negatively impacted the Black community.