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Adin Ross Reveals Plan For Kim Jong-Un Interview

September 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a recent stream, Adin Ross reveals his plan for the alleged interview he will conduct with Kim Jong-Un. Showing his audience a notepad document on his computer, Ross went through the various questions he wanted to ask the North Korean leader. Ross’ questions include “Thoughts on LBGT”, “Can you give Stake money back”, “Visit North Korea”, “Trump vs Biden”, “USA better than North Korea”, and “E-Date”. Furthermore, non-question ideas included “React to Andrew Tate”, “Add Yeonmi Park to the call”, and “Fake nutsack prank”.

It’s still unclear if Ross is actually interviewing Kim Jong-Un. He made the claim on September 19 that he would be interviewing the politician in the next “48 hours”. Furthermore, the entire thing stems from a joke made by the CEO of Stake, Ed Craven. Stake, a major backer of Kick, lost $41 million worth of cryptocurrency earlier this week to hackers. It’s the second major attack on the gambling industry in the last few days. the MGM Grand was taken down by a malware attack over the weekend. In all likelihood, Ross will declare it all a prank or debut an AI Kim Jong-Un to his audience. Given Ross’ controversial past, prepare for things to get super offensive whatever it turns out to be.

Adin Ross Defends “Free Tory” Comment

These are the questions that Adin Ross has prepared for his interview with Kim Jong Un pic.twitter.com/2oww1dvdQr

— Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) September 20, 2023

Speaking of Adin Ross controversy, he had defended comments he made last month on stream. In August, Ross said “Free Tory” during a stream, referring to Tory Lanez. Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. However, recent reports show that Lanez actually declined a 4-year sentence as part of a plea deal.

“I’ma talk on the situation, real quick. This is all I’m gonna say: I’m not apologizing for shit. It’s still free Tory. Free him. He’s innocent. Alright? I don’t care! I’ve been canceled for way worse. This is not even bad what I’m saying. I hate this shit bro,” Ross told his audience. Furthermore, Ross repeated the common claim by Lanez’s defenders that there is “no evidence” for his crimes. This is despite Lanez being found guilty in court.

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Fox News Trolls Lauren Boebert With Megan Thee Stallion Remark

September 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Fox News has finally addressed Lauren Boebert’s recent scandal in which she was kicked out of a Beetlejuice production for inappropriate behavior. On Monday night, Laura Ingraham and Raymond Arroyo jokingly compared Boebert’s behavior to that of Megan Thee Stallion.

“Raymond, it seems like they get the video out really fast when it’s a Republican, right? There is no hesitation about releasing or dumping video out when it’s some Republican who has done something goofy, stupid, or embarrassing but heaven forbid you have a Democrat doing something, it usually takes forever to get that video out,” Ingraham said on the show.

Megan Thee Stallion Onstage At The VMAs

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 12: Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion perform onstage during the 2023 M.T.V. Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023, in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for MTV)

“Look, I’m an equal opportunity reporter here on this stuff,” Arroyo said. “If we’re going to argue that you need a code of dress and I think you do, you need a code of conduct, too. You are the congresswoman of Colorado, not Megan Thee Stallion. So, slow your roll. Have some self-restraint. It’s going to be a very difficult re-election season for her, I think.” It’s far from the first time Fox News has made reference to Megan Thee Stallion. Back in 2021, the network was critical of her iconic Grammy performance with Cardi B.

As for the inappropriate behavior, A security camera caught Boebert with a male companion getting intimate during the Denver Center for the Performing Arts production of the show. She also was reportedly vaping while in her seat. She released a public apology afterward. “The past few days have been difficult and humbling, and I’m truly sorry for the unwanted attention my Sunday evening in Denver has brought to the community. While none of my actions or words as a private citizen that night were intended to be malicious or meant to cause harm, the reality is they did and I regret that,” she said. Boebert also later told TMZ that she and the man she was with have since parted ways.

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Plies Reveals Why He Believes America Fears Kamala Harris

September 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Plies is someone who isn’t shy about speaking on a plethora of topics. From his love of Britney Spears to the vast world of relationship dynamics, the artist does not mince words. Typically, you can find him giving his opinions while sitting in the driver’s seat of his car. However, he can also be found on none other than Twitter, where he sounds off about whatever is interesting to him that day. He does so while capitalizing the first letter of every word, which must be quite cumbersome, but we digress.

Recently, Plies was interested in the political dynamics going on in America right now. Of course, Joe Biden is currently looking at reelection. However, there are some people who are claiming his age is too much of a factor. In the eyes of Plies, however, there is something sinister going on as it pertains to that excuse. He believes that people are more worried about his replacement, Kamala Harris. The artist is a fan of Kamala, although he believes most Americans are actually afraid of her.

Plies Speaks

The Reason This Age Thing Is Front & Center With Biden Is B/c Who He Appointed As His Successor! It’s One Of America’s Biggest Fears & That’s A Woman Running This Country. Let Alone One Of Color! It’s Not About Kamala Harris It’s More About Two Things America FEARS! Women & Color

— Plies (@plies) September 14, 2023

“The Reason This Age Thing Is Front & Center With Biden Is B/c Who He Appointed As His Successor!” Plies began. “It’s One Of America’s Biggest Fears & That’s A Woman Running This Country. Let Alone One Of Color! It’s Not About Kamala Harris It’s More About Two Things America FEARS! Women & Color.” This is certainly an interesting perspective. Electorally, many fear that Harris would lose in a Presidential election, especially against Donald Trump. Given these poll numbers, one could certainly say Plies is on to something.

The election is over a year away at this point. Although, it is an election that will have huge consequences for our future. That said, people are already worried about it, and understandably so. Let us know what you think of his take, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world.

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Rudy Giuliani Net Worth 2023: What Is The Politician Worth?

September 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rudolph William Louis Giuliani, commonly known as Rudy Giuliani, began his high-profile career in New York’s fiercely contested arenas of law and politics. As the U.S. Associate Attorney General and then the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, he crafted a reputation as a no-nonsense prosecutor, tackling mafia cases with an iron fist. By the time he took the oath as New York City’s Mayor in 1994, Rudy was already a household name. His tenure during the tragic events of September 11 cast him into international renown. Fast-forward to 2023, his myriad of political and private engagements have culminated in a net worth of $90 million, as noted by CAknowledge.

Political Pathways & Pinnacle Points

Giuliani’s mayoral leadership was characterized by initiatives to reduce crime, improve quality of life, and navigate the city through the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Dubbed “America’s Mayor” post 9/11, his leadership during the crisis added a veneer of invincibility to his public image. However, politics wasn’t his only stage. Following his mayoral tenure, he explored a presidential run, dabbled in broadcasting, and even authored books, continually adding layers to his diverse career.

A Personal Tapestry Of Triumphs & Trials

While his professional life has been under the magnifying glass, Giuliani’s personal life hasn’t shied away from headlines. With three marriages, public health challenges, and a penchant for candid expressions, Giuliani has been a consistent fixture in tabloids and dailies alike. His associations, particularly in recent political scenarios, have stirred both applause and criticism, painting a multifaceted portrait of the man.

From Legal Ledgers To Lucrative Ventures

Away from the political sphere, Giuliani capitalized on his reputation and expertise. Founding Giuliani Partners, a management and security consulting firm, he ventured into areas where his insights were highly sought after. His advisory roles, speaking engagements, and consultancy projects across various sectors, including cybersecurity, played a pivotal role in building his considerable wealth. Unfortunately for Giuliani, in 2023, he was named in a lengthy indictment involving former President Donald Trump attempting to allegedly overthrow the 2020 U.S. presidential election.

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Jake Paul Links Up With GOP Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy

September 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a new TikTok released by Jake Paul, the influencer and boxer linked up with Vivek Ramaswamy, who is currently third in GOP presidential candidate polling. The pair dance together as text appears on-screen explaining how Ramaswamy is making an effort to “reach out to the younger generations.” It’s actually quite the ironic post, given that Ramaswamy doesn’t believe that people under the age of 25 should be allowed to vote. The billionaire has not made much of an impact on the polls. However, he has received a substantial amount of attention for a handful of his policies. As mentioned, Ramaswamy believes that, aside from a military exemption, the voting age should be 25. Furthermore, Ramaswamy believes voters must have to pass a civics test to vote. This is despite Ramaswamy himself not knowing when the Constitution was written.

Meanwhile, Paul is a longtime Republican. It is believed that he voted for Donald Trump in 2020 and only recently appeared to distance himself from the embattled former President. Elsewhere, Paul has criticized President Joe Biden on multiple occasions. His meeting with Ramaswamy comes a day after Paul, who calls himself “the people’s champion” (to paraphrase Noah Lyles – “People’s Champion of What?”), said he would be open to meeting with Presidential Candidates. At this time, it’s unknown if any other candidates have reached out to Paul. At the time of writing, there are 13 widely recognized candidates running for the GOP nomination.

Ramaswamy Feuds With Eminem

However, Ramaswamy has previously gone viral for a few other reasons. Notably, he recently feuded with rapper Eminem. Ramaswamy had been using “Lose Yourself” at a number of rallies throughout 2023. However, he then received a Cease and Desist from Eminem over the usage of the song. This is Presidential election tradition at this point, with candidates (usually GOP) getting told to stop using an artist’s music. This is usually because the artist isn’t a Republican and doesn’t want their music associated with the party. Hilarious examples include multiple GOP candidates being told to stop using “Born in the USA” by Bruce Springsteen. Clearly they had no idea that the song is not a patriotic ballad despite its title.

“I’ll respect his wishes but I would just say will the ‘Real Slim Shady’ please stand up? Eminem and his rise used to be a guy who actually stood up to the establishment and said the things the establishment didn’t want him to say. But I have hope for him that he will one day rediscover the ‘Renegade’ that made him great and I’m rooting for that success in his life,” Ramaswamy said on MSNBC. Eminem doesn’t often speak on his politics but he has made it pretty clear in the past that he is a supporter of the Democratic party. This is unsurprising given that Detroit regularly votes blue, even if Michigan votes red.

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Donald Trump May Get House Arrest Rather Than Prison Time

September 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Donald Trump is currently facing 91 felonies across four separate indictments. If Trump was found guilty of all of them, that could result in over 700 years of prison time. Of course, he likely would simply get a collection of life sentences without parole. However, a DC insider has now suggested that Trump might not see the inside of a cell at all. “In a normal case, yes, he would be jailed for contempt of court, but as a practical matter, he can’t be. They can’t house the Secret Service in jail and all the rest of it. It’s likely to be house arrest,” explained longtime DC inside Jonathan Alter.

The main effect of a Trump guilty verdict would be that he would be barred from holding elected office until he had served his sentence. While some Republicans, such as Mike Huckabee, have warned that his could lead to a violent uprising from right-wing sources, that is likely nothing more than fear-mongering. However, it will likely not sit well with many people that Trump will get to live out his sentence in his palatial Bedminster estate or Mar-a-Lago.

Trump Gets Booed In Iowa

Meanwhile, Donald Trump was booed and trolled relentlessly as he watched the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry game on September 9. Fans consistently booed the former President as multiple photos appeared online of Trump waving to a crowd where multiple people were giving him the finger. Meanwhile, a small private aircraft flew over Jack Trice Stadium carrying a banner that read “Where’s Melania?”. While many people have pointed out that this occurred in a state that Trump won by eight points, that statistic is somewhat misleading. While Trump did win Iowa, he lost Story County, where Iowa State is located, by 18 points.

Things had gone well for Trump to begin the day. Before heading to the stadium, Trump had visited the chapter house of Alpha Gamma Rho, an agricultural fraternity. He was also greeted by throngs of fans all over campus. However, football fans a different breed entirely and they weren’t happy to see Trump in attendance for the most part. Furthermore, Ron DeSantis was also at the game and got his fair share of boos and middle fingers. Republican voters in the state caucus on January 15, with Trump currently holding a 30+ point lead over DeSantis. As for the game – Iowa beat Iowa State 20-13 to take back the Cy-Hawk Trophy.

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Donald Trump Receives Hostile Welcome At Iowa Rivalry Game

September 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Donald Trump was booed and trolled relentlessly as he watched the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry game on September 9. Fans consistently booed the former President as multiple photos appeared online of Trump waving to a crowd where multiple people were giving him the finger. Meanwhile, a small private aircraft flew over Jack Trice Stadium carrying a banner that read “Where’s Melania?”. While many people have pointed out that this occurred in a state that Trump won by eight points, that statistic in somewhat misleading. While Trump did win Iowa, he lost Story County, were Iowa State is located, by 18 points.

Colorado Goes 2-0

Wow. Trump was just audibly booed at an Iowa football game.

In a state that voted for him by 8 points in 2020. pic.twitter.com/dDuqf1EGxY

— No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen (@NoLieWithBTC) September 9, 2023

Elsewhere in the country, Deion Sanders racked up his second win as Colorado head coach. While Nebraska were able to keep the Buffs off the board in the first quarter, the Colorado offense put up 13 points in the second as they quickly began to run away with the game. With the 36-14 win, Colorado is now 2-0 to start a season for the first time since 2020. Shedeur Sanders had another great game, throwing for 393 yards and two touchdowns, while adding a third touchdown on the ground. However, that was the only good news on the ground, as Sanders also recorded -16 yards on 11 rushing attempts. It’s quickly becoming apparent that dual-threat QBs are just something Coach Prime doesn’t have at his disposal. Elsewhere, two-way star Travis Hunter had 73 receiving yards as well as four tackles.

Next week, Colorado takes on in-state rival Colorado State in their final non-conference game. It’s the first time the two sides are facing off since 2019. Furthermore, for the first time since 1996, ESPN College GameDay is headed to Colorado. The Week 3 location was announced a little over an hour after Colorado wrapped up the win against the Huskers. “Colorado get ready, WE’RE COMIN’! For the first time since 1996, we’re headed to Boulder as Coach Prime and 2-0 @CUBuffsFootball host the Rocky Mountain Showdown with rival Colorado State!” the show wrote on X, formerly Twitter. The last time College GameDay was in Boulder, the #5 Buffaloes were hosting the #11 Michigan Wolverines. The Wolverines came out on top 20-13.

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Kamala Harris Celebrates 50 Years Of Hip-Hop With Common, Jeezy, & More

September 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kamala Harris hosted an event celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at her official residence on Saturday. The Vice President welcomed numerous artists such as Common, D-Nice, Omarion, Jeezy, MC Lyte, Roxanne Shante, and more. She put on the event in collaboration with the Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective and Live Nation Urban.

“Hip hop is the ultimate American art form,” Harris said at the event. “Born at a back to school party in the Bronx, raised on the streets of Philadelphia, Chicago, Oakland and Atlanta, hip hop now shapes nearly every aspect of America’s popular culture and it reflects the incredible diversity and ingenuity of the American people.”

Kamala Harris Hosts Hip-Hop Anniversary Event

WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 09: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks at an event celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, at the Vice President’s residence on September 09, 2023 in Washington, DC. Harris held the event to celebrate hip hop and its contributions to the world and the Black community. Artists include Common, Jeezy, MC Lyte, Roxanne Shante Lil Wayne and others performed to over 400 guests. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

“To be clear, hip hop culture is America’s culture,” Harris further said, “It is music and melody and rhyme. Hip hop is also an ethos of strength and self-determination; of ambition and aspiration; of pride, power and purpose. Hip hop is a declaration of identity. It says I love who I am. I represent where I come from, and I know where I’m going.” Later in the day, Harris was seen dancing to Q-Tip’s “Vivrant Thing.” Check out a clip of that moment below.

Kamala Harris Dances To “Vivrant Thing”

Kamala Harris dancing to ‘Vivrant Thing’ by Q-Tip at her house party for the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop.

pic.twitter.com/EGKhJ4t8XC

— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 9, 2023

Several other politicians were in attendance as well including Rep. Steven Horsford, Rep. Cori Bush, and Sen. Raphael Warnock, as well as Maryland Gov. Wes Moore. At one point during the evening, comedian Deon Cole introduced Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason, Jr. “Every day, Vice President Harris is fighting for the people,” Mason, Jr. told the crowd. “She’s fighting for our people. Our vice president was rooted in hip-hop, and it’s essential to who she is.”

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Donald Trump Visits Frat House Before Iowa Rivalry Game

September 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Donald Trump is currently in Iowa for a little campaign stop and that included attending the annual Cy-Hawk rivalry game. Held at Iowa State this year, Trump made sure to do the rounds on campus before heading to Jack Trice Stadium. In particular, Trump visited the fraternity house of Alpha Gamma Rho. The agriculture-focused fraternity gave the former President a warm welcome. While Trump won Iowa by 120,000 votes in 2020, he overwhelmingly lost Story County, where Iowa State is located. Trump also attended the Iowa-Iowa State Game in Ames in 2015.

Large crowds gathered outside the Alpha Gamma Rho house and elsewhere on campus to greet Trump. Despite his multiple indictments and litany of legal issues, Trump remains the front-runner for the Republican nomination for President in 2024. Iowa will hold its Republican caucus on January 15, 2024. According to current polling numbers, Trump holds a minimum over a 30+ point gap over his nearest competitor, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Trump Attends Iowa-Iowa State Game

While in Ames, Trump will take in the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry game, which is nearing halftime at the time of writing. Both teams picked up wins in their open games, with Iowa beating Utah State and Iowa State demolishing Northern Iowa. Iowa did start the season ranked at #25. However, they fell out of the AP poll after week one thanks to events like Colorado’s win upset over #17 TCU. It’s set to be an unusual season for the often-mocked Iowa. OC Brian Ferentz was handed a bizarre contract full of incentives. This included a mandate that Iowa must win at least seven games while maintaining a PPG of 25. Excluding the 2020 pandemic season, that’s not something Iowa’s done since 2019. However, if Ferentz can’t do it, he’ll be fired next June.

However, returning to Trump’s visit, it appears he may have backed the wrong horse by supporting Iowa State. Not only is the team reeling from a major gambling scandal, they are currently being shutout by their in-state rivals. At the time of writing, Iowa is 10-0 up early in the second quarter. Last year, Iowa State won a thrilling 10-7 victory of the Hawkeyes to secure their first rivalry win since 2014. However, if the game continues as it is, Iowa might be taking the Cy-Hawk trophy right back from them.

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Kim Kardashian Lobbies Joe Biden To Help Prevent Another Armenian Genocide

September 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kim Kardashian has issued a “plea” to President Joe Biden to help prevent another Armenian Genocide. Azerbaijani troops currently occupy at least 19 square miles of internationally recognized Armenian territory. This came after crossing the Armenian border in May 2021. Furthermore, Azerbaijani forces have blockaded the Lachin Corridor, cutting off the Christian Armenians of Artsakh (also known as Nagorno-Karabakh). Kardashian stated her case in a lengthy article co-written for Rolling Stone. As part of this, she has outlined the numerous tactics that the Azerbaijani government has used in order to “make the republic so uninhabitable that people would either die or agree to leave. Meanwhile, supporters of this starvation use coordinated social media campaigns to pretend that a blockade is not taking place.”

Furthermore, Kardashian noted that “Numerous genocide watchdog groups and the United Nations’ own independent Special Rapporteurs — including the first UN Special Advisor on the Prevention of Genocide, Professor Juan Mendez — have been trying to alert the world about these impending atrocities for months. Last month, Luis Moreno Ocampo, the first chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, published his independent report. He concluded that a genocide is already underway because under Article II, (c) of the Genocide Convention, Azerbaijan is “Deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about its physical destruction.”

Kardashian Lobbies Biden

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 16: Kim Kardashian is seen on May 16, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

The United States has officially condemned the actions of the Azerbaijani government. However, they have taken very little action beyond that. “The people in Artsakh want to live in peace. Now is the time for true leadership. We need for those who have a meaningful role in these affairs to immediately demand that the Lachin Corridor is opened to stop another genocide. We want to draw more attention to the crisis and appeal to those in our own government who truly care about humanity to intervene. The United States has the ability to mobilize a response. Leaders who are effective and help our people will be remembered for their heroism. Even if well-meaning, the ones who are inert and ineffective will be remembered for allowing a genocide to take place under their watch. The choice is theirs,” Kardashian wrote.

The term “Armenian Genocide” refers to the systematic destruction of the Armenian people and their culture in the midst of WW1. The Ottoman Empire is believed to have killed between 800,000 and 1.5 million Armenians between 1915 and 1917. However, the issue remains contentious – just 34 countries officially recognise the Armenian Genocide. Meanwhile, Turkey has long defended its actions. Hopefully, a celebrity voice like Kardashian can help compel the United States government into taking further action.

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