Stephen A. Smith doesn't understand the backlash rappers like Snoop Dogg, Nelly and Soulja Boy are receiving for performing at events around Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. During a recent episode of The Stephen A.

Despite publicly vowing to “roast” anyone who endorsed Trump during his previous administration, the rapper topped the bill at a Washington D.C. event honoring the president-elect.

Writer and activist Kevin Powell criticized Snoop Dogg for performing for Donald Trump ahead of the inauguration, calling it a betrayal of values. Powell, speaking on TMZ Live, accused Snoop of prioritizing financial gain over loyalty to his fans and community.