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TLC’s Chilli discusses political views after Trump donation and comments about Michelle Obama

Chilli denies MAGA affiliation after federal records show nearly $900 donated to Trump-linked groups in 2024; claims donations were automatic and meant for veterans and anti-trafficking causes.

  • On Saturday, Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas of TLC addressed rumors about political donations and a controversial social media repost, denying support for Donald Trump or the MAGA movement.
  • Federal Election Commission records uncovered by MeidasTouch show Thomas donated under $900 to Trump's PACs between April and November 2024, though she claimed the payments targeted veterans' causes.
  • The 55-year-old singer faced backlash for resharing a debunked conspiracy theory claiming Michelle Obama was transgender, attributing the Instagram post to an accidental thumb swipe.
  • Seeking to clarify her stance, Thomas stated "I am not MAGA" and does not support policies harming Americans, citing her past votes for former President Barack Obama.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
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