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Nicole Scherzinger Says Russell Brand Hat Comment Wasn’t ‘Politically Related’

After facing backlash for commenting on Trump-backing Russell Brand's post, Nicole Scherzinger said she wasn't referring to politics.

Nicole Scherzinger is clearing up what she meant when she commented on far-right troll and accused sexual abuser Russell Brand ‘s post. On Friday, the Pussycat Doll apologized to the fans who thought her comment on his Instagram showing off a MAGA-style “Make Jesus First Again” cap was “politically related,” claiming that she was trying to encourage “people to choose love and faith” over hate. Scherzinger’s comment sparked widespread backlash online from fans, as she appeared to be aligning herself with known Trump supporter Brand, who is currently facing allegations of rape and sexual assault.

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