UPDATE: In a surprising turn of events, rapper Nicki Minaj has enlisted the help of Republican Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna amid escalating threats linked to her ongoing feud with singer SZA and Top Dawg Entertainment. The situation intensified dramatically after Minaj alleged on social media that she received threats on her life during a heated exchange.
The conflict began on Thursday afternoon when Minaj claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that SZA was only featured on Drake’s recent track “Rich Baby Daddy” because Minaj had previously turned down the offer. SZA’s cryptic response suggested she was unfazed, stating, “Mercury in retrograde… do not take the bait.” However, the feud escalated when DJ and Twitch streamer MackWop made a menacing remark during a livestream, stating, “Hey, Nicki, relax, relax before you get put in a blender like your boy did,” a phrase many interpreted as a threat.
In response, Minaj expressed her alarm, posting multiple clips of MackWop’s comments and tagging the FBI, questioning, “Is this a threat?” She reached out to Luna, stating, “This man just publicly threatened me. I’ve notified the FBI & CIA. I want this thug locked up.”
Luna took immediate action, responding publicly, “Please text my cell, I will forward this to law enforcement immediately. Threats of violence and assassination should be taken very seriously.” Early Friday morning, Luna confirmed she had spoken with Minaj, asserting her office would prioritize the rapper’s safety.
“We take threats of violence and assassination very seriously,” Luna emphasized in her response. “RICO is also illegal.” The nature of the threat remains unclear, but Minaj hinted at a deeper issue, referencing ties between MackWop and other individuals involved in “very shady business.”
Despite her lack of affiliation with the Republican Party, Minaj has previously drawn attention from the MAGA crowd due to her outspoken views on vaccines and politics. Following the incident, she described the environment in the music industry as concerning, stating, “[MackWop] has ties to other ppl who’ve been a part of very shady business & is now threatening harm as well as admitting to a crime about someone else. Which boy was put in a blender?”
Luna further expressed her concern over “unchecked corruption within certain aspects of the rap industry,” asserting that artists should feel safe and respected rather than fearful of their management or record labels.
As the story continues to unfold, fans and followers are left wondering how Minaj’s calls for help will be addressed and what actions law enforcement will take regarding the threats she has reported.
Stay tuned for the latest developments in this urgent and escalating situation, as Minaj seeks both safety and justice.
