Child Rock’s political alignment has been effectively documented, together with his efficiency at Trump’s “Victory Rally,” held someday earlier than the president’s inauguration final January. As consideration across the pageant intensified, Rolling Stone reported that Ludacris had exited the lineup.

In keeping with a consultant for the rapper and actor, the state of affairs stemmed from a misunderstanding relatively than a last-minute determination. The rep described Ludacris’ inclusion as a “mistake,” explaining that “traces acquired crossed, and he wasn’t alleged to be on there.” A spokesperson for the pageant individually confirmed that Ludacris is now not scheduled to look.

The controversy rapidly unfold on-line, with followers voicing frustration throughout social media. Some threatened to distance themselves from the artist altogether. “Yeah I may need to take Ludacris and Nelly out my throwback rotation. MG Music Tour is insane,” one X consumer wrote.

Others took a harsher stance, accusing Ludacris and different artists of pandering. “Ludacris, Nelly, Snoop Dogg. All MAGA clowns and the if the Black neighborhood was severe, they might boycott & hit their pockets. However they’re black males so it’ll fly below the radar,” one other consumer commented.

Whereas Ludacris has exited the occasion, Nelly, who additionally appeared on the pageant flyer, continues to be anticipated to carry out. One longtime fan questioned the choice altogether, asking why Ludacris would play for individuals “that wish to suppress, management, and observe” Donald Trump.