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From N.W.A. to MAGA: Ice Cube takes some heat for working with the Trump administration | The Atlanta Voice

Rapper Ice Cube once said he would never endorse Donald Trump. And though not an endorsement, the rapper is causing a stir this week for working with the President on his plan for Black America. Cube confirmed and defended his stance on Wednesday, tweeting that the Trump campaign made adjustments to 'their plan' after talking to him about his Contract […]

Source: The Atlanta Voice

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