Rapper Doechii used her moment in the spotlight at the 2025 BET Awards to deliver a sharp political message aimed at President Donald Trump.
Accepting the award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist on Monday night, the Top Dawg Entertainment artist criticized what she called “Trump’s ruthless attacks” and condemned the government for disguising aggressive actions as efforts to maintain “law and order.”
The ceremony took place at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles just hours after violent clashes erupted between protesters and police nearby, events Doechii acknowledged in her acceptance speech. She emphasized the urgency of the moment, refusing to ignore the unrest unfolding outside.
Doechii closed her speech by standing in solidarity with Black, Latino, trans communities, and people in Gaza, calling for a world where everyone can live without fear. It was her first time attending the BET Awards, and her impassioned remarks ensured her speech, and the political tension behind it, will be remembered alongside the night’s celebrations.