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Rapper Cardi B was cleared of assault charges in a civil trial. A former security guard, Emani Ellis, accused Cardi B of assault and emotional distress during a 2018 altercation at a Beverly Hills doctor's office. The jury found that Ellis did not prove her case, deciding that arguing and profanity don't constitute grounds for a lawsuit. Cardi B denied any physical contact, while Ellis maintained her account despite the verdict, emphasizing the importance of accountability. The trial generated significant online attention, including viral moments focusing on Cardi B's frequent wig changes.

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