MSNBC host Joy Reid encouraged Black voters to conduct their own investigations into the GOP and former President Trump after entertainer Amber Rose spoke at the Republican National Convention on Monday night.

“I don’t know anyone who looks to Amber Rose for political guidance, but if you happen to, it’s important to independently verify the information, as her research may not be comprehensive,” Reid commented in response to Rose’s speech.

The former reality TV personality took the stage at the convention in Milwaukee on its opening night to passionately endorse former President Trump.

“I’m not a politician and I have no interest in becoming one, but I am concerned about the truth. And the truth is that the media has misled us about Donald Trump,” Rose asserted. “I know this because for a long time, I believed those falsehoods” I bought into the left-wing narrative that Donald Trump was a racist.”

In 2016, Rose publicly criticized Trump, calling him “an idiot” and “so weird.”

However, on Monday, she explained that her perspective shifted as she began conducting her own research and interacting with Trump’s supporters who wear red hats.

“I came to realize that Donald Trump and his supporters don’t judge based on race, sexuality, or any other factor. It’s all about love,” Rose declared. “That’s when I had an epiphany: These people are my community. This is where I belong.”

Trump has aimed to expand his support among Black voters, having garnered approximately 12 percent of their vote in the 2020 election.

This year, President Trump has sought to appeal to Black voters by featuring prominent figures like Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and celebrities such as young rapper Sexxy Red in his outreach efforts.

While CNN commentator Van Jones suggested that Amber Rose’s message might resonate, MSNBC’s Joy Reid expressed skepticism about its impact on Black voters. Reid noted concerns over Rose’s endorsement, pointing out that Rose has a racially ambiguous background and has faced criticism for downplaying her Black heritage.

Rose, whose father is white and mother is Black, has previously stated that she does not identify solely as a Black woman but rather as mixed-race. She clarified that she does not deny her Black heritage but acknowledges her mixed background.

“They chose someone whose career is deeply rooted in Black culture she gained fame from a BET show, which is how most people know her, and she was romantically involved with one of the most prominent African American rappers in hip-hop history so her entire cultural identity is tied to Black culture, despite her personal identification,” Reid commented, referring to Rose’s relationship with Kanye West, known as Ye.

Reid’s remarks underscore the complexities surrounding Rose’s endorsement and its potential reception among Black voters.

Amber Rose responded to Joy Reid’s comments on Tuesday, defending her stance on her racial identity and criticizing Reid for what she perceived as race-baiting.

“I’ve never denied being Black; I’ve always identified as biracial. I won’t disregard my white father to suit your comfort. Stop race-baiting; your president does more than enough of that,” Rose posted on X platform.

Rose’s response came after Reid expressed doubts about Rose being used as a spokesperson to attract young people of color to support Donald Trump, citing Rose’s reluctance to fully embrace the Black culture that influenced her career.