Black Youth Face Disproportionate Incarceration As Racial Disparities Reach New Highs
Studies show Black children are incarcerated at nearly five times the rate of their white peers.
Racial disparities in the juvenile justice system have tended to mirror those in the adult criminal justice system, and federal data released in March suggests that the disparity is widening in the juvenile justice system.
According to NPR, although the effects of the school-to-prison pipeline have been previously studied, data from 2023 indicates that Black children are six times as likely as white children to be incarcerated, while indigenous children are four times as likely, underscoring the rate of incarceration of those populations in the criminal justice system.
Josh Rovner, the director of Youth Justice at the Sentencing Project, told the outlet that this is the worst disparity on record.
“This is the largest Black-white disparity on record. This is the largest Native-white disparity on record. We see that youth of color are just not given the leniency or the common-sense responses that white youth are given,” Rovner told NPR. “The off ramps that exist throughout the system are much more available to white youths who are similarly situated than to Black youth.”
Ironically, another factor in the disparity is a reduction in incarceration overall. This, according to Perry Moriearty, an associate professor at the University of Minnesota Law School who specializes in juvenile justice, often results in increased inequality in incarceration.
“When we reduce incarceration overall, writ large, disparities often go up. What you would often hear is ‘We’ve now finally got the kids who need to be there. I disagree in a really fundamental way with that premise. The kids who remain are often the kids with more complex needs. They are not the kids who are inherently more dangerous or who are less redeemable. They are kids we could reach in other ways. And the reality is, we’ve chosen not to,” Moriearty told the outlet.
Nate Balis, the director of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Juvenile Justice Strategy Group, indicated that the school-to-prison pipeline comes to bear on the current disparity because of the way that Black youth, in particular, are released from custody or detention.
“Youth are being released more slowly from detention, and Black youth are being released much more slowly from detention once they’ve been detained,” Bialis told NPR. “The longer young people stay in detention, the less likely they are to, for example, enroll in school, far less likely to ever graduate, more likely to be rearrested than young people who are not detained. They’re more likely to be involved in the adult system when they get older.”
He continued, laying the blame at the feet of the adults who control the system and not the children who become its victims.
“Changing youth incarceration, youth detention, changing how we respond to young people, changing how long they stay, those are decisions made by adults, not made by kids. If we want to understand why youth are being held in detention centers longer, that’s not because of the youth behavior. That’s because of adult behavior.”
Children’s Art Carnival Honors Weusi Artist Collective, Pioneers Of Harlem’s Black Arts Movement
The WEUSI exhibition is a multi-sensory experience to express the healing power of Black art.
To celebrate Stress Awareness Month, Weusi Artist Collective presents a special event titled “Reflections of WEUSI 1965 – Present,” an immersive celebration honoring the legendary Harlem-based Weusi Artist Collective and the transformative power of art for healing, cultural pride, and resistance. The art collective event is hosted this weekend by The Children’s Art Carnival and Hamilton Landmark Galleries and features an immersive exhibit of culture.
The WEUSI exhibition includes traditional art pieces, live drumming sessions, artist features, dance, and poetry performances, and opens to the public on April 26.
The exhibit has been described as multi-sensory and was designed to highlight the power of art as a form of stress relief and emotional restoration.
WEUSI celebrates Black expression as a module for the spirit, which plays a role in healing and liberation on a cultural front.
Patrons can see Reflections of WEUSI 1965 – Present at two different Harlem locations: Children’s Art Carnival and Hamilton Landmark Galleries.
Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees for Children’s Art Carnival, Michael Unthank, stated in a press release sent to BLACK ENTERPRISE, “The Weusi Artist Collective served as a trailblazing catalyst of the Black Arts Movement of the ’60s, and made an indelible mark on the culture of Harlem by paving the way for recognition for Black artists that had long been denied. The Art Carnival is uniquely linked to many of their members, and their commitment to Black creativity is alive today.”
He continued, “We’re proud to have this opportunity to recognize their work, their contribution to the culture here in Harlem, and their impact throughout the world.”
As listed on WEUSI’s program, the weekend’s events will include performances by spoken word poet and founder of Harlem Bomb Shelter, Luther Isler; author and founder of Percussion Arts Projects LLC, Baba Don “Babatunde” Eaton; and other influential cultural figures.
The WEUSI Artist Collective was founded in 1965 from the roots of Harlem, and grew to be a revolutionary force in the world “of art, identity, and Black consciousness.”
WEUSI seeks to redefine the narrative of Black expression as a means to elevate African heritage and mold an artistic space that is centered around the experience of liberation, beauty, and expression.
Founding members Ben Jones, Otto Neals, Taiwo DuVall, Ademola Olugebefola, Okoe Pyatt, Emmett Wigglesworth, Gaylord Hassan, Abdullah Aziz, Dindga McCannon, and Kay Brown built their own safe space during a time when Black artists were being systematically excluded from the media.
WEUSI’s work has influenced the creation of several Black-focused institutions across the United States, including The Studio Museum in Harlem and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.
Founder Kim Hamilton expressed, “After 30 years, Hamilton Landmark Galleries and the Weusi Collective still partner to elevate awareness of the consciousness of contemporary artists who resonate with the Black Arts Movement. We look forward to presenting demonstrations, conversations, and collaborations during this exhibition month.”
Pro Soccer Player Hides As Loved Ones Kidnapped Amid Increasing Crime In Ecuador, Family Safely Returned
The kidnapping unfolded against the backdrop of a state of emergency declared just ten days prior by the Ecuadorian government across nine provinces, including Guayas, where Guayaquil is located.
The wife and young son of Afro-Ecuadorian professional soccer player Jackson Rodríguez were safely rescued by police on April 24, authorities confirmed, following a harrowing kidnapping from their Guayaquil home. The incident, which saw the 26-year-old Rodríguez hide under his bed as armed men abducted his family, underscores the escalating insecurity gripping Ecuador.
Police Commander Pablo Dávila reported Friday that Rodríguez’s 24-year-old wife and five-year-old son received medical attention after their release and were unharmed. The brazen kidnapping occurred early on April 24, when four “hooded and heavily armed individuals” forcibly entered the family’s residence in the Mucho Lote neighborhood of this volatile coastal city.
According to Dávila, the kidnappers demanded a ransom of $500,000 for the safe return of the mother and child, a demand the family steadfastly refused to meet. Rodríguez, a left-back for the first-division club Emelec, cooperated fully with investigators.
Following intensive police operations, the abducted pair was located in the “El Fortín” sector, a densely populated and notoriously dangerous area in northwest Guayaquil. The area gained grim notoriety in March when a brutal massacre claimed the lives of 22 people, a stark illustration of the violence plaguing the city. Guayaquil, situated approximately 270 kilometers (170 miles) southwest of Ecuador’s capital, Quito, has become a focal point of the nation’s spiraling crime wave. Its strategic port serves as a primary conduit for illegal drug shipments destined for Europe, Central America, and the United States, according to law enforcement officials.
The kidnapping unfolded against the backdrop of a state of emergency declared just 10 days prior by the Ecuadorian government across nine provinces, including Guayas, where Guayaquil is located. This emergency measure authorizes the deployment of security forces to combat the growing operations of organized crime groups, which authorities attribute to the surge in violence.
Insecurity and crime have cast a long shadow over Ecuador for the past four years, with a marked escalation in the initial months of 2025. Government statistics reveal a staggering 2,345 violent deaths reported nationwide between January and March, with a disproportionate 742 of these occurring in Guayaquil alone. The port city is now grimly recognized as one of the most perilous urban centers in the country.
Tragically, Rodríguez and his family are not the first athletes to be targeted by this wave of violence. In December 2024, Pedro Perlaza, a soccer player for Liga de Quito, was kidnapped in Esmeraldas, a city 182 kilometers northwest of Quito. He was rescued several days later, highlighting the vulnerability even prominent figures face.
In his testimony to police, Chief Édison Rodriguez (no relation to the victim) stated that the 26-year-old fullback recounted hiding under a bed upon hearing the violent forced entry into his home around 3 a.m. After ascertaining Rodríguez’s absence, the perpetrators abducted his wife and child. The player reportedly witnessed the kidnappers fleeing in a gray double-cab pickup truck.
The recent 2022 Census data from the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (INEC) revealed a concerning trend for the Afro-Ecuadorian community. While the census indicated growth in the mestizo, indigenous, and Montubio populations, the number of individuals self-identifying as Afro-Ecuadorian decreased significantly compared to the 2010 Census. The 2022 Census recorded 814,495 Afro-Ecuadorians, representing 4.8% of the total population, a stark contrast to the 1,041,559 individuals, or 7.2%, who identified as Afro-Ecuadorian in the 2010 census.
Afro-Ecuadorian organizations have contested these official figures, estimating the Black population to be closer to 10%. They cite issues with the census execution, particularly in areas affected by violence, where survey work proved challenging, leading to undercounting. Conversely, the Ecuadorian government attributes the reported decrease to issues of self-identification and a lack of organization within Black communities.
Historically, Afro-Ecuadorians, who primarily reside in the northern coastal province of Esmeraldas and in Guayas and other southern-central coastal regions, have faced systemic marginalization despite their significant cultural contributions. While slave ships first arrived in Ecuador in 1526, and enslaved Africans toiled on plantations and in gold mines, the abolition of slavery in 1851 did not erase the enduring consequences of this brutal socio-economic system.
Afro-Ecuadorian consciousness gained momentum in the late 20th century, leading to the recognition of Afro-Ecuadorians as a distinct ethnic group in the 1998 Constitution. However, critics point to periods of instability and disagreements regarding the entity’s management.
Despite some policy reforms and the declaration of Oct. 2 as Afro-Ecuadorian Day, socio-economic indicators reveal that Afro-Ecuadorians continue to lag behind their white/mestizo counterparts, facing persistent inequalities and racial discrimination, particularly in urban areas. Afro-Ecuadorian women, notably, experience disproportionately high levels of violence.
The United Nations Working Group of Experts on People of African Descent has also voiced concerns, stating in 2019 that Afro-descendants constitute a staggering 40% of the population living in poverty in Ecuador, despite representing a much smaller overall percentage. The UN body has also criticized the denial of their rights to a clean environment, access to justice, education, and decent work, highlighting the environmental racism impacting Afro-descendant communities.
The recent kidnapping of Rodriguez’s family serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive insecurity engulfing Ecuador and the particular vulnerabilities faced by marginalized communities, including Afro-Ecuadorians, within this crisis. While the safe rescue of his wife and son offers a glimmer of hope, it underscores the urgent need for effective government action to address the root causes of the escalating violence and ensure the safety and well-being of all its citizens.
Diddy Rejected Plea Deal Ahead Of Trial, Prosecutors Reveal
Combs' lawyers are expected to use an alleged swinging lifestyle to prove his innocence.
According to federal prosecutors, during an April 25 hearing in New York City, lawyers representing Sean Combs rejected a plea deal for the entertainer’s sex trafficking lawsuit, and in their denial of the plea bargain also argued that Combs participates in a “swinging” lifestyle. Both Combs and his lawyers have previously argued that the sexual activity described in the allegations was consensual.
According to Reuters, federal prosecutor Madison Smyser, who disclosed the plea offer and Combs’ rejection of it, did not give any details about the offer that the federal prosecution extended to the mogul.
In an appearance in front of U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, Marc Agnifilo, Combs’ lead attorney, argued that Combs’ belief in polyamorous relationships and his willingness to hire escorts meant that it was not his intention to commit illegal acts.
“It’s relevant to the defendant’s intent that there’s a lifestyle called swingers, call it whatever you will, that he was in, that he might have thought was appropriate,” Agnifilo said during his remarks. “Part of the reason people think it’s appropriate is because it’s common.”
As Variety reported, Combs previously pled not guilty to the five counts outlined in the case against him, some accusing him of using threats of violence and intimidation to force women to participate in what Combs described as “freak-offs.”
Combs’ lawyers requested that video of him violently attacking his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, at a hotel in 2016 be excluded from the trial, echoing previous arguments that they believed that news outlets, namely CNN, had edited the footage.
Before his attorneys made that argument, Combs, however, apologized after footage of the incident went viral, and the multi-hyphenate assured that he was not begging for forgiveness while also invoking the forgiveness and mercy of God in a video he made addressing the footage.
Ventura is expected to testify, on the record at the trial, which is slated to begin on May 12 and run for approximately eight to 10 weeks.
Cassie, as she is known professionally, was confirmed by People Magazine sources to be the “Victim-1” referred to in a motion filed by federal prosecutors on April 4.
According to the motion, “She (Victim-1) is prepared to testify under her own name. Victim-2, Victim-3, and Victim-4 have asked that their identities not be revealed to the press or the public,” the filing stated.
The prosecution also requested that the anonymous victims be referred to using pseudonyms and that the defense not share any details about them due to the public nature of the trial.
“This case has already received an exceptional amount of media coverage, which will presumably only increase as trial proceeds,” prosecutors argued at the time. “Permitting these measures will prevent unnecessary public disclosure of the victims’ identities, and the harassment from the media and others, undue embarrassment, and other adverse consequences that would almost certainly follow if these women were forced to reveal their true names publicly at trial.”
Susan Rice Calls Pete Hegseth ‘Dumb As A Rock’ In Podcast Interview
During a conversation with 'No Lie With BTC' host Brian Taylor Cohen, Rice did not pull any punches as she described Hegseth in unflattering terms
Susan Rice, a former national security advisor during President Barack Obama’s administration, was upfront when discussing what she thinks of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as rumors swirl concerning his future in the Trump administration.
According to The Hill, during a conversation with “No Lie With BTC” host Brian Taylor Cohen, Rice did not pull any punches as she described Hegseth in unflattering terms when discussing some of the fallout from the so-called Signalgate controversy.
“Well, if you’re a white male Christian cisgender macho MAGA man, you can be as dumb as a rock and be deemed qualified to serve as Secretary of Defense. That’s apparently what we’ve learned from this episode,” Rice told Cohen.
Rice continued, juxtaposing the focus of the Trump administration on fighting diversity, equity, and inclusion with how unqualified Hegseth is in her eyes.
“DEI has been used as a slur to suggest that anybody who might be a woman, might be a person of color, might be a religious minority, might have a disability…might be a veteran of Native descent, anybody who has benefited in any way, shape, or form from the notion that we all should be treated equally and that we should be viewed on the basis of our merits and not discounted because we happen to be a woman or happen to be a person of color. Anybody who fits the mold of somebody who is not a white Christian cisgender male, is, by definition, in this administration, deemed inferior,” Rice said.
BREAKING: Former National Security Advisor Susan Rice enrages MAGA world by mocking Trump's disastrous Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as "dumb as a rock" in a brutal new interview.
According to The Intercept, Rice had been a member of the Defense Policy Board until Hegseth purportedly removed members of the board after a 45-day review on April 24, but the timing suggests that Hegseth removed those members after an outcry from right-wing influencers on social media began to spread.
In an interview with Fox News’ Tucker Carlson, a fired aide of Hegseth, Dan Caldwell, mentioned that the board currently included people who Caldwell believed were “incredibly hostile” to the agenda of Donald Trump.
Caldwell named Rice specifically as a source of leaks within Hegseth’s Department of Defense, leaks for which he had been blamed.
“She (Rice) and a bunch of other people who are incredibly hostile to the president and his worldview remain on the Defense Policy Board,” Caldwell told Carlson. “I would just say, if you want to look where leaks are maybe coming from, that would be a place to start.”
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated that the changes reflect the values and direction of the Trump administration.
“Secretary Hegseth appreciates the members’ efforts on behalf of the department and the United States of America, but changes are needed to support the new strategic direction and policy priorities of the department and to ensure departmental resources are used efficiently,” Parnell stated.
Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Draft Journey: Media Buzz, Conspiracy Theories, And The Wait For His Name To Be Called
The focus of conversation during the 2025 NFL Draft has been on Shedeur Sanders, as armchair quarterback evaluators and sports commentators debate the reasons behind his slide down the draft board.
The NFL Draft is an inexact science; every year, prospects slide because of rumors, evaluation, interviews, and team fit, sometimes a combination of all of the above. The topic of conversation in the 2025 NFL Draft revolved around Colorado University quarterback Shedeur Sanders as armchair quarterback evaluators and talking sports heads alike trying to figure out why he has slid down thus far.
According to The Athletic, the fact that Sanders was not taken in the first round did not surprise the 10 coaches and high-ranking NFL executives it surveyed, reflecting that, according to their evaluations, the Colorado prospect is not a first-round talent.
Per their reporting, front offices around the league have been privately questioning Sanders’ ability to grow into a leader, but those concerns are secondary to his alleged mediocre tape, as team evaluators told the outlet consistently through the draft process that Sanders is not viewed as an elite quarterback prospect, even in a year with question marks at the quarterback position.
This, coupled with a quarterback market that is, quite frankly depressed, there are really only three teams conceivably in the market for a signal caller, meaning that a prospect teams already aren’t sold on isn’t worth the media circus that would accompany his pick, isn’t going to get selected in the early rounds.
This, however, has not stopped people from saying that the league is trying to “humble” Sanders because he’s confident or arguing that the NFL is participating in some kind of collusion against Sanders; those individuals range from former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III, Stephen A. Smith, and former U.S. Rep. Jamal Bowman to anyone with an internet connection.
Someone just texted me this message and they are absolutely correct: “This is a bad look for the NFL. This feels like Kaepernick-level collusion.” All the hard work the NFL League Office puts in to eradicate these kinds of perceptions, only to turn around and watch as the OWNERS…
However, others argue that Sanders hurt his own draft stock with his approach to the pre-draft process. He declined to participate in the Shrine Bowl and the NFL Combine, and in a year with a weak quarterback class, the game tape he relied on to showcase his value failed to impress teams.
Another factor is the significant attention surrounding Deion Sanders and his public comments about where his sons, as well as player Travis Hunter, might play. With all of this in mind, some conclude that teams may be cautious about the additional scrutiny that could come with selecting Shedeur Sanders. Meanwhile, Sanders remains patient as he waits for his name to be called.
At a draft party in Canton, Texas, Sanders expressed confidence that he would be picked on day two of the draft, but that didn’t materialize. He joins a long list of prospects who had to wait to hear their name called, including the San Francisco 49ers’ now-franchise quarterback Brock Purdy, who was taken with the very last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
“We didn’t expect this, of course, but I feel like with God anything is possible, everything is possible,” Shedeur said in a video recorded at his draft party on April 24. “Tomorrow’s the day. We’re going to be happy regardless. Legendary.”
“You know, I hate this…We shouldn’t take any player and create an expectation for him. It’s not about where you get picked; it’s about when you get picked, do you take the opportunity that you were given to make the best of the opportunity that you have? I think Shedeur Sanders is going to do that. We created this expectation for this guy that he was going to get picked. That just creates expectation. It’s not a reality,” Saban said.
On April 24, the rapper and entertainment mogul filed a lawsuit against filmmaker Ryan Kavanaugh over the movie SkillHouse, in which 50 had agreed to appear, believing a final agreement would be completed. After TMZreported the story, 50 Cent — real name Curtis Jackson — reposted the article on Instagram to reinforce his decision to take legal action.
“I didn’t get paid 🤷I’m afraid I’m gonna need that by Monday. You already know the vibes!” he wrote.
The lawsuit comes a week after 50 issued a legal warning to Kavanaugh, demanding he not release the film, slated for a July 2025 debut, or risk being shown “how to properly do business.”
“They can’t release this MOVIE SKILL HOUSE without my signature, which they do not have,” he wrote. “What kinda business are they doing? I’d hate to have to demonstrate.”
Kavanaugh released the first eight minutes of the horror film to promote the launch of his GenTV platform. SkillHouse follows 10 influencers who are taken to a fictional content house and forced to take on deadly social media challenges.
“SkillHouse has been a revolutionary film project from the outset—one that is thrilling and compelling for anyone on social media and horror fans of all ages,” Kavanaugh said in a press release. “SkillHouse is more than just a horror film, the project is right for the times and breaks barriers by leveraging the power and appeal of influencers and immerses them into the story.”
However, 50 says he never signed off on the final product, and he wouldn’t unless he was able to make creative input. The G-Unit rapper is seeking at least $5 million from Kavanaugh along with punitive damages.
Their Business: Tabitha And Chance Brown Launch ‘Fridays’ His-And-Her Fragrance Brand
Tabitha and Chance Brown launch a new fragrance line that highlights their personal journey.
Tabitha Brown and her husband, Chance Brown, unveiled their debut fragrance line, “Fridays by Tab & Chance,” with a vibrant live-streamed launch event.
The collection features two complementary scents: “Fridays by Tab – Her Business” and “Fridays by Chance – His Business,” both crafted to reflect the couple’s decades-long journey and personal style.
The launch event, held in Los Angeles, was attended by friends, family, fans, and influencers. It featured live music, curated fragrance experiences, and heartfelt moments between the Browns. Tabitha and Chance took center stage to speak about the inspirations behind the scents and their vision for the brand’s future.
In a joyful and emotional address, Tabitha said, “This isn’t just perfume or cologne — it’s a memory in a bottle. It’s who we are, what we love, and what we want to pass on.”
Guests were invited to experience each fragrance through interactive scent bars and mood installations.
In an exclusive interview with Essence, Tabitha described her fragrance as “warm, brown sugar, hug,” aiming to evoke a comforting and sweet aroma. She incorporated gourmand notes like vanilla, caramel, and chocolate, reflecting her passion for food and desire to create a scent that feels like a warm embrace.
Chance emphasized the legacy behind the project, saying, “We wanted something our grandchildren could one day say, ‘My grandparents made this.’ It’s part of our story now.”
Chance’s fragrance draws inspiration from nostalgic scents prevalent in Black households, such as oils from local vendors and colognes worn at community gatherings. He aimed to elevate these memories into a luxurious scent that embodies masculinity, sexiness, and longevity.
Chance expressed the significance of entrepreneurship, especially as grandparents.
He would like his grandchildren to one day say, “My grandparents made this.”
The fragrance line is now available exclusively attabandchance.com.
Columbia Lecturer Creates ‘Resistance Summer School’ After University Eliminates Her Course On Race
Karen Attiah presents 'Resistance Summer School' in response to university purge of diverse course offerings.
Karen Attiah, a former lecturer at Columbia University, has announced the independent launch of her course, “Race, Media & International Affairs,” after the university canceled it.
Attiah detailed the circumstances surrounding the course’s cancellation on her Substack blog, “The Golden Hour.” She attributed the decision to Columbia’s administration “pre-emptively caving to pressure, especially in placing departments such as Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies under special provost supervision or receivership.”
Author of “Say Your Word, Then Leave,” Attiah expressed her disappointment, stating, “This is not a time for media literacy or historical knowledge to be held hostage by institutions bending the knee to authoritarianism and fear.”
In response to the cancellation, Attiah took the initiative to offer the course independently. The course is a hybrid online program accessible to the public. The “Resistance Summer School” will provide a platform for discussions on race, journalism, and international affairs.
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The initiative has garnered significant interest, with over 1,200 individuals signing up within days of the announcement.
Attiah’s decision to proceed independently reflects a broader trend of educators seeking alternative avenues to disseminate knowledge amid institutional interference.
She remarked, “In a moment of crisis and repression, we do not have to wait for elite permission to share knowledge, create community, and help those in need.
Columbia University has not publicly commented on the specifics of the course’s cancellation. However, the situation underscores ongoing debates about academic freedom. The role of universities in facilitating critical discussions on race and media is also in question.
Attiah’s course is set to commence this summer. Enrollment details are available through Attiah’s Substack platform. She continues to advocate for open dialogue and education, stating such efforts are crucial in challenging times.
Streamer DDG Says He Has To Work Or Else He’d Go Broke, ‘I Don’t Have A Choice’
DDG opens up about going broke if he doesn't keep working.
DDG has created a lucrative career for himself as a streamer. However, the social media star admits that if he didn’t stream his life regularly, he “would go broke” due to his high living expenses.
During a recent stream, the rapper and YouTuber emphasized his need to earn more money or risk jeopardizing his expensive lifestyle.
“I have to make money. Bills are high,” DDG said in a clip captured by Reign Drops Media. “Did I tell you how much my bills is a month? N***a, my bills high as sh*t. If I don’t work, I’m a go broke ASAP.”
“Like, I have to work. I don’t have a choice,” he continued. “It ain’t ’bout me trying to pocket some money. I have multiple homes, multiple cars. I have family. I have a child. I spend a lot of money.”
His latest reveal comes weeks after he gave a mixed response when asked about his reported $8 million net worth.
“I wouldn’t say it’s way off, but it’s not accurate,” DDG told Speedy Mormon. “$80 million off.”
When Mormon tried to confirm whether DDG’s net worth was around $100 million, the rapper playfully dodged the question, joking that he might be lying.
“Yeah, I’m a Libra, though,” DDG said. “[We] be lying and sh*t.”
He went on to say that he would be “cool with $100 million,” because if he can make that much, “might as well go to a billion.”
“If I can touch $100 mil by 37, I’ll be happy,” DDG said.
His plan to increase his earnings is to work harder and build a cohesive team.
Earlier this month, DDG addressed rumors of his $8 million net worth, stating that he’s worth significantly more and has received $400,000 checks from YouTube.
“But I’m grinding though,” DDG said. “Like, I’m not missing no days. I’m posting three videos a day, seven videos in one day. Like, I’m going crazy.”
