LOS ANGELES, USA — Rapper and one-time billionaire Kanye West ignited a fresh wave of backlash after posting a series of antisemitic statements, inflammatory remarks, pleading for the release of music mogul Diddy, and exposing an alleged $2 million crypto scam offer.
Over a few days on X (formerly Twitter) last week, West posted dozens of comments, including praise for Adolf Hitler, antisemitic conspiracy theories, and claims of dominance over his wife, Bianca Censori.
His posts drew condemnation from civil rights groups, the Jewish community, and fellow industry figures.
Checks by The Trent on Monday, February 10, 2025, reveal that X has shut down Kanye West’s verified account.
West Exposes How He Rejected Proposed $2 Million Crypto Scam
Kanye West also shared that he was approached to do a deal involving endorsing a fake cryptocurrency under his name, only to later claim his account was hacked.
The proposal included a $750,000 upfront payment and a $1.25 million completion bonus, with West ultimately rejecting the scheme, stating, “I said no and stopped working with their person who proposed it.”
His post reignited discussions about his stance on cryptocurrency, with some speculating about a potential “Ye Coin.”
Following the revelation, West sought advice from a trusted crypto expert, with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong’s name being suggested.
The crypto community had mixed reactions, with some seeing his stance as principled while others suspected it was a publicity stunt ahead of his upcoming album, Bully, set for release on June 15.
Whether West plans to launch his own digital currency remains uncertain, but his engagement in the space continues to fuel speculation.
West’s Latest Antisemitic Tirade
West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks that cost him major business partnerships, reiterated his stance by declaring:
- “I LOVE HITLER NOW WHAT B*ES”
- “IM A NAZI”
- “Hitler was sooooo fresh”
- “I’m going to normalize talking about Hitler the way talking about killing n****s has been normalized.”
He also mocked former business associates who cut ties with him after his previous antisemitic rants, posting:
- “I LOVE WHEN JEWISH PEOPLE COME TO ME AND SAY THEY CANT WORK WITH ME ANYMORE ITS MY FAV.”
His remarks have been widely condemned.
The American Jewish Committee called on the entertainment industry to disavow West, stating, “At a time when antisemitism is skyrocketing to terrifying levels worldwide, Ye is actively endangering Jews.”
CyberWell, a nonprofit that tracks online antisemitism, said the posts demonstrated the failure of social media platforms to enforce their own policies on hate speech.
Trump Appeal for Diddy’s Release
Among West’s posts was a renewed call for Trump to intervene in the legal case of Sean “Diddy” Combs, who has been jailed since September 2024 on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
West directly addressed the former president, writing:
- “@realDonaldTrump PLEASE FREE MY BROTHER PUFF.”
He followed up by alleging that prosecutors were trying to make an example out of Combs, who has been accused of sexual assault by dozens of individuals dating back to the 1990s. Combs has denied all charges, but his bail requests have been rejected twice.
Bizarre Claims Over Wife Bianca Censori
West also reignited controversy over his relationship with Bianca Censori, claiming:
- “I HAVE DOMINION OVER MY WIFE THIS AINT NO WOKE AS FEMINISH ST.”**
- “She DEFINITELY WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DO IT WITHOUT MY APPROVAL.”
The remarks came after Censori appeared at the Grammy Awards in a completely sheer dress, prompting online debate over whether the fashion statement was an act of personal empowerment or coercion from West.
Business Moves Amid Controversy
Despite his incendiary comments, West launched a Sean John x Yeezy collaboration on Friday, claiming that he and Combs had discussed the deal before Combs’ arrest.
West listed Sean John-branded shirts for $20 on the Yeezy website, stating that profits would be split 50/50 between him and Combs. However, he later claimed:
- “I JUST FOUND OUT THAT PUFF IS NOT ALLOWED TO MAKE OR COLLECT MONEY WHILE HE’S LOCKED UP SO I’MA SEND HIS HALF OF THE MONEY TO JUSTIN.”
It remains unclear who “Justin” refers to.
Reaction from Elon Musk and Industry Figures
Billionaire X owner Elon Musk, who has faced his own accusations of antisemitism, appeared to distance himself from West’s remarks, responding to a user who called West’s posts “deranged” by saying:
“So many issues like this can be solved simply by internalizing responsibility.”
Indeed.
So many issues like this can be solved simply by internalizing responsibility.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) February 7, 2025
Industry leaders and civil rights advocates are now calling for stricter action against West, including potential deplatforming from X and other social media sites.
West’s Declining Fortune and Mental Health Claims
West’s antisemitic outbursts in 2022 led to the collapse of his lucrative Adidas Yeezy deal, stripping him of his billionaire status.
Forbes now estimates his net worth at $400 million, though West has repeatedly claimed to have regained billionaire status.
Earlier this week, West claimed he had been misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and that he actually has autism, which he says explains his public behaviour and defiance.
He also admitted to stopping all prescribed medication, arguing that it blocked his creativity.
We remember. Kanye was always telling the truth pic.twitter.com/cjwF3ugTCQ
— Fractured Light (@FracturedLight0) February 8, 2025
