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Quavo Speaks With Congress To Address Gun Violence

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Quavo traveled to Washington D.C. on Wednesday to speak with various members of Congress to discuss the prevalence of gun violence in America. His mother and his older sister, Takeoff’s mother, joined him at the 52nd Annual Legislative Conference. The meeting comes after the Migos rapper launched the Rocket Foundation to raise awareness for gun violence prevention in the wake of Takeoff’s death.

At the event, Quavo spoke with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senator Cory Booker, Representatives Nikema Williams, Steven Horsford, Lisa Blunt Rochester, Robin Kelly, Maxwell Frost, and community organizer Greg Jackson. Quavo is also joining Jackson on a discussion panel alongside Sen. Raphael Warnock and Rep. Lucy McBath.

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Quavo With Takeoff During Paris Fashion Week

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 16: Takeoff and Quavo of Migos are seen outside Rick Owens during Paris Fashion Week – Menswear F/W 2020-2021 on January 16, 2020 in Paris, France. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)

“I feel like your calling comes at the least expected times,” Quavo said, as noted by ABC News. “You don’t think nothing is going to happen. I need to step up to the plate and hit a homerun, I have to do something about it, so it won’t happen to the masses — especially in our culture. I don’t want this to happen to the next person, I want to knock down these percentages.”

“We need to do better with the control of guns,” Quavo continued. “We need to figure out how do we keep these types of incidents from happening to people going anywhere and thinking they can hurt somebody where it shouldn’t happen.” He further added: “And how do you keep them out of the hands of people that make bad decisions? I’m kind of in a half-and-half place. Even police have guns. Unfortunately, some of the people in our culture and loved ones have been lost to police brutality. It’s all about choices and how we can put a filter on who can use these guns.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Quavo’s efforts against gun violence on HotNewHipHop.

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Quavo Brings J.I.D, Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz & More To 5th Annual Huncho Day

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Quavo hosted his 5th annual Huncho Day charity game at Berkmar High School in Lilburn, Georgia on Saturday. The Migos rapper brought out several high-profile guests for the event. As for rappers, J.I.D, Gucci Mane, and 2 Chainz were all in attendance while NFL stars Jalen Ramsey, D’Andre Swift, Patrick Surtain Jr., Xavier McKinney, Marlon Humphrey, and more participated as well. One name notably absent was Quavo’s Migos partner, Offset. The event raised $2 million for The Rocket Foundation in honor of the late rapper Takeoff.

“I look forward to Huncho Day every year because I get together with some of my close friends and come back to the place where it all started for me,” Quavo said in a statement. “This year was extra special as we launched The Rocket Foundation in memory of TakeOff. It was a day where we got to play some football, raise money for the community, and remember Take.”

Quavo At 2023 Huncho Day Celebrity Football Day

LILBURN, GEORGIA – APRIL 29: Rapper Quavo attends 2023 Huncho Day Celebrity Football Day at Berkmar High School on April 29, 2023 in Lilburn, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Team Huncho reportedly took home the win during the football game against Team Ramsey. Quavo won the MVP award for his performance. Ronnie2k served as a host of the event. Afterward, Quavo presented a giant check for $2 million to The Rocket Foundation.

The Rocket Foundation launched in 2022, following the death of Takeoff. A statement on the organization’s website reads, “To honor the life and legacy of Kirsnick Khari Ball (known to many as ‘Takeoff’), The Rocket Foundation has been established to support programs which are saving lives through proven, community-based solutions to prevent gun violence.” Funding received by the charity will be dispersed to three groups: Community Justice Action Fund, H.O.P.E. HUSTLERS, LIVE FREE, and Offenders Alumni Association.

Takeoff was shot and killed outside of a bowling alley in Houston back in November 2022. He was just 28 years old. The shooting reportedly stemmed from an argument over a heated dice game. Two men were arrested following an investigation into the incident.

Quavo Raises $2 Million

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