*The man who wrote produced and performed the smash hit song and Summer anthem “No Diggity,” Teddy Riley has shocked the crap out of a lot of folks after declaring his support for Donald Trump after his Federal indictment on 37 counts.
Not surprisingly, Riley’s support for Trump has drawn a lot of attention, particularly due to the ongoing controversy surrounding Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago resort in August 2022.
On the other hand, the legendary songwriter/producer/artist has chosen to address the backlash. In response to online criticism, Riley is speaking out and sharing his personal motivations and beliefs as to why he is not bailing on Trump.
After it was reported that Trump was being indicted for a second time, he took to social media to react, reports TheYBF.
“I AM AN INNOCENT MAN,” Trump wrote on Instagram. “THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION IS TOTALLY CORUPT. THIS IS ELECTION INTERFERENCE & CONTINUATION OF THE GREATEST WITCH HUNT OF ALL TIME. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!”
Showing support, Teddy Riley posted strong-arm emojis in Trump’s comments section (see screenshot above).
Responding to the online criticism and accusations of supporting a figure many consider to be racist, Teddy offered a personal explanation for his support.
He told The Shade Room that one of the reasons he’s embracing Trump is because the ex-prez released his older brother, Lou Hobbs, from prison. Hobbs, who had been serving a double life sentence, was granted clemency during Trump’s presidency. Riley interpreted Trump’s act as having the ability to facilitate change and offer second chances to those in need, specifically people of color.
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The legendary producer also stated that his support for Trump is because he believes the former president could bring about positive transformation.
The New Jack Swing pioneer acknowledged that individuals hold differing beliefs and reiterated that his support for Trump was a reflection of his personal convictions.
Needless to say, Teddy Riley’s stance on Donald Trump is not going down too well on social media and has elicited strong reactions. See several examples below.
Teddy Riley supporting Trump isn’t a shocker. A lot of Black people are still for sale. “Trump freed my brother from prison so I support him .” That’s bullshit. I’ll never side with white supremacy.
— That Guy D (@d_originalone) June 10, 2023
Teddy Riley is sucking up to Trump in hopes that he’ll be the opening act at the next Klan rally lol. Classic example of a Black fool in a certain tax bracket who prioritizes class over common sense.
— I Alone Could’ve Fixed Suguru Geto! (@_Elle_Spencer_) June 10, 2023
Teddy Riley out here being an anti-vaxxer, and Trump supporter was not on my bingo card. Are all Black, Male Rappers, and entertainers , going to betray us for a tax cut? https://t.co/OR47QTX8uc
— Here For THEE Comments 1 (@forthecomments1) June 9, 2023
Are y’all really shocked that Teddy Riley is a trump supporter? Even toxic ass Judge Joe brown is likely to be a trump supporter. Like I said when black folks get money they start acting funny. I checked him a long time ago when he tried Vice President Kamala Harris https://t.co/aGOI0tQBTm pic.twitter.com/Z9MMmY6UvF
— 2RawTooReal (@2RawTooReal) June 9, 2023
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