DJ Khaled publicly endorsed Uncle Luke’s bid for Congress at an event in Miami and pledged his continued support for the hip-hop legend.
DJ Khaled isn’t known for being overly political. In fact, the Palestinian-American has been dragged down by his silence on Israel’s bombing campaign in Gaza,
But the producer has just endorsed one of hip-hop’s most legendary figures in a major political move that could reshape Florida’s congressional race.
The music mogul appeared at Miami’s Brooklyn restaurant to publicly support Uncle Luke’s bid for Congress, telling the audience that no one loves Miami and Broward County more than the 2 Live Crew pioneer.
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He pledged to continue supporting Uncle Luke throughout the campaign and gave the candidate a hug after his passionate speech.
Khalid made it clear that this was not just an appearance but a real commitment to the game.
Uncle Luke’s platform focuses on real community needs. He is working to expand job opportunities for residents he sees as being left behind, and he is deeply concerned about immigrant communities facing pressure from the Trump administration.
Uncle Luke has quit his job as Miami Edison High School football coach to focus entirely on the game.
Incumbent Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned last month and now faces 50 years in prison on federal charges of laundering COVID-19 relief funds to fund her 2022 campaign.

