Cardi B, known for her outspoken views, has reignited her public feud with Candace Owens after the conservative commentator made remarks about the recent tragic shooting of Sonya Massey. Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman from Springfield, Illinois, was fatally shot by an Illinois sheriff’s deputy on July 6, shortly after calling the police for assistance. Owens recently discussed the incident on her show, suggesting that the shooting was a “mere mistake” by the police and dismissing claims that race was a factor. Owens criticized those who believe the incident was racially motivated, stating, “Police officers are human beings, there are mistakes that happen… To try to make Black Americans believe this happened simply because she was Black is pointedly ridiculous.”
Cardi B’s Strong Response on Twitter Spaces
During a conversation with fans on Twitter Spaces on July 24, Cardi B expressed her frustration over Owens’ comments, particularly the lack of empathy in Owens’ response. Cardi voiced her anger, saying, “For you to sit here and say that… ‘This is not something racial,’ or that ‘more white people get killed by cops’… Girl, shut up.” Cardi went on to emphasize that Sonya Massey’s death was devoid of confrontation or conflict, noting that “there was no argument, no raised voice, and yet she was shot.”
Cardi also highlighted what she sees as systemic issues, saying, “He [the officer] knew in the back of his head because she was a Black woman that he was going to get away with it.” Cardi accused the police department of lack of transparency, pointing out that they didn’t inform Massey’s family about her death until later, heightening her suspicions of racial bias.
A History of Public Feuds
The Cardi B and Candace Owens rivalry isn’t new; it dates back to 2020 when Owens publicly criticized Cardi for her political views and referred to her as “uneducated” in a 2022 interview. Owens commented, “It’s incredible how uneducated she is… She literally doesn’t even know what country she’s in, how the country works.” This exchange led to multiple confrontations between the two, including a dispute over Cardi’s hit song “WAP” and a controversial episode on The Ben Shapiro Show, where Owens called Cardi “illiterate.”
Legal Threats and Ongoing Conflict
In a response on The Neighborhood Talk’s Instagram page, Cardi claimed that Owens’ team threatened legal action, demanding a public apology and $75,000 from Cardi to avoid a lawsuit. Cardi clapped back, saying, “What’s embarrassing is she tried to get her lawyers to make me do a public apology… and pay her $75K in a month or she threatened to sue with NO CASE.”
Cardi B Stands Firm Amid Controversy
Cardi’s renewed confrontation with Owens highlights her commitment to addressing racial injustice and police accountability. As their feud continues, Cardi B’s supporters see her as a vocal advocate for social issues, while Owens’ followers appreciate her unfiltered approach to controversial topics. Whether or not this latest chapter will lead to a resolution remains uncertain, but the Cardi B and Candace Owens saga shows no signs of slowing down.
