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Young Thug Trial: Republican D.A. Candidate Promises To Free Rapper If Elected

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Young Thug has been behind bars for over two years now on RICO charges. Unfortunately, the hitmaker’s legal battle doesn’t show any signs of coming to an end. His trial began in November of last year and is still underway. Of course, this has left all involved feeling as jaded as ever. It’s become the longest trial in Georgia’s state history, and today, the rapper spent his 33rd birthday in prison.

Now, however, republican Fulton County DA candidate Courtney Kramer is promising to dismiss the case if elected. In a letter shared on X today, the former Donald Trump intern expresses outrage over the long-winded legal battle, claiming that ending it will be the first step she takes to “restore justice, transparency, and integrity” to the Office of the District Attorney.

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Courtney Kramer Challenges Fani Willis To Dismiss YSL RICO Case And Free Young Thug

“If I am elected as the next District Attorney of Fulton County, I promise to end this prosecution immediately,” the letter reads in part. “I challenge my opponent [Fani Willis] to do the same thing, the right thing, and end this prosecution and release the accused in this case who are being held without bond.” While there are certainly no guarantees here for Young Thug, it’s the first glimmer of hope his fans have seen in a while. The DA election is in November, and Willis has yet to respond to Kramer’s latest challenge.

Kramer’s letter arrived shortly after Trump appeared on Adin Ross’ stream, claiming that Young Thug is being treated unfairly by Willis in his case. “I heard it from other people that he’s being treated unfairly. So, he’s got to be treated fairly,” he told the internet personality. What do you think of Fulton County DA candidate Courtney Kramer promising to end the YSL RICO trial? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Nike Ja 2 “Stargazer” Surfaces Online: New Images

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The Nike Ja 2 takes the torch from the widely admired Ja 1, which became a favorite for its dynamic performance features and stylish design. Ja Morant’s first shoe set a solid foundation with its responsive cushioning and sleek aesthetics, raising expectations for future models. The newly introduced “Stargazer” colorway of the Ja 2 dazzles with a purple and black upper that commands attention, complemented by a galaxy-themed midsole that echoes Morant’s explosive gameplay. Designed for superior grip and agility, this sneaker is built for sharp movements and athletic prowess.

Amidst off-court controversies that have stirred public discussion, Morant’s influence continues to be formidable. His signature shoe line resonates deeply with fans, encapsulating his distinctive flair and basketball acumen. Slated for a fall release, the “Stargazer” colorway marries visual appeal with practicality, symbolizing Morant’s tough spirit and distinctive style. Whether for basketball aficionados or sneaker lovers, the Nike Ja 2 aims to enhance the legacy of its predecessor, reflecting Morant’s on-court brilliance and the challenges he navigates off the court. Keep an eye out for this anticipated sneaker release.

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“Stargazer” Nike Ja 2

These sneakers boast a purple rubber sole paired with a darker purple midsole that showcases a galaxy-inspired design dotted with white. Further, the uppers are crafted from a berry purple fabric, accentuated with a crisp white Swoosh on each side. Additionally, Ja Morant’s distinctive white logo adorns the tongues, adding a personal touch to the design.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Nike Ja 2 “Stargazer” will be released on October 3rd. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $120 when they are released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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IShowSpeed Demolishes Travis Scott In A Foot Race: Watch

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About a year after Travis Scott advocated for Twitch to unban IShowSpeed, they linked up to settle their speed once and for all. Moreover, Quavo and others looked on as they engaged in a foot race, and as you can see in the clip below, the streamer was able to beat the rapper. Speed was very excited about the whole thing, whereas La Flame had a big smile on his face. Others started to make the typical foot race excuses: “You blocked him,” “You started first,” et cetera, et cetera. All the boastful banter was pretty funny to witness, and it’s at least heartening to see massive celebrities have some more innocent fun.

That’s especially the case for Travis Scott, whose typical idea of fun occurs onstage with thousands of die-hard fans in front of him. For example, Future and Metro Boomin brought him out for their tour stop in Brooklyn, and the results were just as electric as you would expect. With a big run of South American dates slated for the rest of the year, the Houston creative will surely have a lot more fun in 2024. Hopefully this isn’t the last behind-the-scenes look we get at how he and others unwind after all the stresses of performing.

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Travis Scott & IShowSpeed’s Foot Race: Watch

In addition to Travis Scott, IShowSpeed also had another recent viral interaction with another massive celebrity: Kevin Durant. This time around, though, it’s much less competitive and much more hilarious. KD looked pretty uncomfortable due to Speed staring at him lovingly during Logan Paul’s ImPaulsive podcast. Of course, an NBA superstar of his caliber must be used to that kind of behavior from fans. But it’s got a different ring to it when that admirer is right up in your face on the same couch as you.

Meanwhile, Travis Scott definitely could’ve been having a lot less fun these days if his Paris arrest went south. But fortunately for him, no charges followed his brief incarceration, and it seems like he won’t deal with it any longer. Let’s see whether or not the “MODERN JAM” artist links up with IShowSpeed again. Whether it’s a rematch or just a regular conversation, we’re sure it’ll have some entertaining moments.

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Trick Daddy Thirsts For GloRilla Under Spicy Selfie

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GloRilla is certainly no stranger to turning heads, and one of her latest selfies recently caught the attention of none other than Trick Daddy. In the photo, Glo flashes a peace sign in her bathroom mirror. “Damn Glo I’m loving this bathroom [side eye emoji],” he wrote. Of course, other social media users quickly took note of his comment and speculated that it was his attempt at shooting his shot.

While most can’t blame him for his apparent thirst, many are urging him to sit this one out, calling attention to their age difference. “Trick, you have daughters her age,” one fan writes alongside a laughing emoji. “Stop it.” Someone else simply says, “She’s 25 and he’s 50…” Others are coming to his defense, arguing that the remark could have actually been an innocent compliment.

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Trick Daddy Compliments GloRilla

It’s unconfirmed which of the two scenarios is true, and for now, Trick Daddy has yet to comment on the debacle. GloRilla isn’t the only femcee he’s shown love to in recent weeks, however. This month he also gave Sexyy Red her flowers on an episode of his podcast, B*tch I Got My Pots. He insisted that she was snubbed at the BET Awards this year, as Tyla took home the award for Best New Artist instead of her.

“Sexyy Red… You got snubbed,” he began. “Sexyy Red was up for the rapper, entertainer, performer. One of ’em other year. I remember last year, they was hating on her since she wasn’t making, now I can’t go in a club. I can’t step in a club without hearing some Sexyy Red.” What do you think of Trick Daddy seemingly thirsting for GloRilla? Do you think he was trying to shoot his shot, or just admiring her bathroom? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Oscar De La Hoya Reveals That Jay-Z Lost A Risky Six-Figure Bet To Him

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Jay-Z is a big sports fan, as evidenced these days by his infamous connection to the NFL and his role in their Super Bowl halftime shows. But the connection stretches much further back, and it’s not completely dominated by wins for the East Coast legend. Moreover, Oscar De La Hoya recently told Shannon Sharpe on his Club Shay Shay program that Hov lost a six-figure bet to him almost a decade ago, and paid it honorably. The boxing legend was promoting Canelo Alvarez in his November 2015 fight against Miguel Cotto, who benefitted from the Roc Nation boss’ financial backing… But not in the match.

“So we’re promoting Canelo at the time, Golden Boy, and [Jay-Z’s] promoting Cotto,” Oscar De La Hoya recalled. “So I said, ‘You know what? Why don’t place a bet here of $250,000? But it goes to charity.’ So Canelo wins, my charity wins the two-fifths, and sure enough he paid it on the spot. I think the next day, the check was in the bank. Jay-Z loves boxing, he knows his boxing. But he’s a guy who pays his bets.”

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Oscar De La Hoya Recalls Him & Jay-Z’s 2015 Bet

However, there’s a bit of a conflicting report on the nature of this bet, as TMZ alleged back in 2015 that Jay-Z actually lost a $100,000 bet, not one for a quarter of a million. “Thanks to Jay-Z, thousands of patients at White Memorial Medical Center will also be winners,” Oscar De La Hoya remarked at the time. “I don’t imagine [he’s] excited about losing $100,000, but he can take some comfort in knowing that it’s going to a good cause.” As far as his recent exploits in the boxing world, Oscar is looking forward to a healthy Mike Tyson performance against Jake Paul.

Meanwhile, Jay-Z recently stirred up a storm thanks to his reclaiming of Dame Dash’s Reasonable Doubt shares. Well, not right now, as he would eventually earn this back from Dame in a couple of years. He’s not too happy about the situation at all, but it seems like his former co-boss is dead-set on getting his shares back. We’ll see what happens with that situation, and whether or not it will turn out to be a losing bet.

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Rick Ross Honors Nipsey Hussle With Heartfelt Birthday Message

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Nipsey Hussle’s 2019 death continues to be one of the most tragic and talked about in hip-hop. Fans and peers frequently reflect on his legacy, contributions to hip-hop, and more. Yesterday (August 15), Nipsey would have turned 39 had he not fallen victim to gun violence. In honor of the birthday, Rick Ross took to social media to share a heartfelt message about his late collaborator and his family.

“Today my boy Nipsey Hussle would have been 39 years old. The marathon continues,” he began. “Salute to Blacc Sam, the whole TMC family, the squad… It’s not many people who woulda held that empire up and made sure it elevated the way it has.”

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Rick Ross Remembers Nipsey Hussle

“I’m sure Nip, he’s smiling,” Ross also added. “He was a legend, he was way advanced, way too advanced for lame n***as, slow n***as. That boy was on some other sh*t, 10 years ago. So you know what it is, man.” Ross isn’t the only one remembering Nipsey these days, however. His brother Blacc Sam recently sat down with Big Boi for an interview, where he recalled making arrangements for his funeral. He revealed that churches were refusing to host it out of fear. With help from the right people, they eventually held it at the Crypto.com Arena, formerly the Staples Center.

“After weeks and weeks of we can’t get a venue … we got the Staples for bro. And so, at that point, it was like, alright man, we gotta make sure we do this the right way for bro,” he explained. Their efforts resulted in a 25-mile procession, with roughly 20,000 people in attendance to honor Nipsey. What do you think of Rick Ross remembering Nipsey Hussle on what would have been the rapper’s 39th birthday? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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August Alsina Shares His Feelings About Dating Another Man

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August Alsina has come a long way since the cheating scandal involving Jada Pinkett Smith. Moreover, he learned a lot about himself, his relationship with love, and his own perception of his sexuality. The R&B singer recently appeared on the Counsel Culture program with Nick Cannon and others to talk about his romantic feelings and how he perceives the bond he creates with other prospective partners. Overall, he said that he doesn’t try to define himself by gender or sexuality norms, and instead sees love as a language that he is “fluent” in with various different genders and sexual orientations.

“To be honest with you, bro, it’s not even me that’s opening my heart,” August Alsina said of his “love for another man.” “It’s that power that’s higher than myself. I always say that the greatest gift that God could have ever given me was exposure. To expose me to so many different kinds of people, places, things. So it’s like, when people want you to define yourself as whether you’re gay, straight, bisexual, or whatever it is you was just talking about, love is much more complex than that and has much more depth. So for me, I’m just the kind of person that, because love is a language, I’m fluent in love when it speaks to me.”

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August Alsina’s Thoughts On Love

 
 
 
 
 
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“Why do us as humans have to have such direct answers or definitions of, like, ‘Are you straight?’” Nick Cannon remarked after August Alsina’s thoughts. “‘Are you this? Do you love her? Why do you got so many baby mamas?‘ *laughs* No, but I’m just saying, because everybody says, ‘You can’t love that woman if you are not ina traditional one-on-one relationship with her.’ And therefore, now, I don’t love the mothers of my children because I don’t define it the way that you define it.”

“You can’t take it personal because we haven’t all been exposed to the same things,” August Alsina added. “People have a very monolithic way of viewing things.” No matter where you fall on this debate, it’s very clear that these conversations of love are not only important, but as these individuals posit, they are wide-ranging.

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