Major Controversies Surrounding Lil Pump: A Detailed Timeline

Public opinion and media debates around Lil Pump—discover key moments of controversy.

Gazzy Fabio Garcia (Lil Pump) is an American rapper who gained fame in the late 2010s as part of the SoundCloud rap movement. Known for his minimalist music and energetic public image, he achieved mainstream success with his 2017 single "Gucci Gang," which reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100. This single led to the release of his self-titled debut album later that year. He is primarily known for his contributions to contemporary rap music and his presence in popular culture.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2016: Deleted Tweet

Lil Pump deleted a 2016 tweet of his that read "FUCK DONALD TRUMP" after it went viral on Twitter in 2020.

February 15, 2018: Arrest for Discharging a Weapon

On February 15, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested for discharging a weapon in an inhabited place after a home invasion attempt at his residence in San Fernando Valley. Police found evidence suggesting the bullet came from inside the home, leading to an investigation of his mother for endangering a minor and having an unsecured firearm.

August 29, 2018: Arrested for Driving Without a License

On August 29, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested for driving without a license in Miami.

October 2018: Prison Sentence

In October 2018, Lil Pump's manager told Billboard that Lil Pump had served a prison sentence, but did not provide details.

December 4, 2018: Arrested in Copenhagen and Banned from Denmark

On December 4, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested by Danish police in Copenhagen for possessing marijuana and was fined. He was subsequently banned from entering the country for two years.

December 13, 2018: Arrested at Miami Airport

On December 13, 2018, Lil Pump was arrested at a Miami airport for disorderly conduct after arguing with security employees during a luggage search for cannabis.

December 16, 2018: Accusations of Racism

On December 16, 2018, Lil Pump was accused of being racist towards Asians after previewing a snippet of his new song "Butterfly Doors" which contained Asian stereotypes and slurs.

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October 26, 2020: Endorsement of Donald Trump

On October 26, 2020, Lil Pump endorsed the campaign of President Donald Trump in the 2020 United States presidential election, citing Joe Biden's tax plan as his reasoning. He wore a Make America Great Again baseball cap.

December 2020: Banned from JetBlue

In December 2020, Lil Pump was banned from JetBlue after refusing to wear a mask on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles during the COVID-19 pandemic.