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Cardi B Denies Assault Claims in Ongoing Court Trial

8/28/2025

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Cardi B testified in court that she did not assault security guard Emani Ellis in 2018.
Ellis claims Cardi cut her face and spat on her, seeking $24 million in damages.
Cardi described the incident as a verbal argument, expressing concern for her unborn child's safety.
A receptionist's testimony supported Cardi, stating no physical altercation took place.
The trial is ongoing, with proceedings set to resume next week.

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Story summary

Cardi B testified in court that she did not assault security guard Emani Ellis in 2018.
Ellis claims Cardi cut her face and spat on her, seeking $24 million in damages.
Cardi described the incident as a verbal argument, expressing concern for her unborn child's safety.
A receptionist's testimony supported Cardi, stating no physical altercation took place.
The trial is ongoing, with proceedings set to resume next week.