Donald Trump Weighs In on Young Thug Case
Embattled Atlanta rapper receives support from unlikely ally
WEB Updated Aug 5 2024
During a live podcast with controversial influencer Adin Ross, former President Donald Trump expressed support for rapper Young Thug, who is currently facing RICO charges in Atlanta.
"I think Young Thug is being treated very unfairly," Trump said. "He's a great artist and a good person. I know he's made some mistakes, but everyone deserves a second chance. I hope the judge shows him some leniency."
Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, was indicted in May 2022 on charges of conspiring to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) statute and participating in criminal street gang activity.
The charges stem from the alleged activities of YSL, a record label founded by Young Thug. Prosecutors allege that YSL is actually a criminal street gang responsible for numerous violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and drug trafficking.
Trump's comments come as Young Thug's trial is set to begin on January 9, 2023. If convicted, he could face life in prison.
Conclusion
Trump's support for Young Thug is a surprising move, given the rapper's history of controversy. However, it is a reminder that even the most polarizing figures can find common ground on some issues. It remains to be seen whether Trump's comments will have any impact on the outcome of Young Thug's trial, but they certainly have sparked a lot of discussion about the case.
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