Beyoncé & Jay-Z Face ‘MAGA’ Accusations After Ivanka Trump & Jared Kushner Sighting During Casino Night: 'She Dines With Fascists'

By Fiyin Olowokandi on September 15, 2025 at 4:15 PM EDT

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z's recent company with Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner has many reading between the lines about their political stance.

Over the weekend, REFORM Alliance, a justice reform organization co-founded by Jay-Z, held its second annual Casino Night & Gala at the Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City. 

While the event was definitely attention-grabbing, eyes were raised at the sight of Beyoncé and the President's second daughter hanging out, thereby sparking MAGA accusations.

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Beyoncé And Jay-Z Spark Political Buzz After Charity Night Appearance With Ivanka Trump And Jared Kushner

Despite having several A-listers at the charity event, with whom Beyoncé and Jay Z are friends, the couple was spotted on the same table with the former senior advisor and her husband. 

A viral photo shared on X captured Beyoncé smiling across the table from Trump, who backed the camera. The image quickly ignited debate online, with some accusing the superstar couple of cozying up to MAGA circles.

One X user bluntly wrote, "MAGA!" A second person blasted the pair, adding, "With Jared and Ivanka. Deplorable. Disgraceful, disgusting."

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This other observer claimed the photo was proof that the couple "voted for Donald Frump (sic)." A fourth user chimed in, "Instead of releasing videos... She dines with fascists... Got it." A fifth fan recalled, "But when we said that patriotic sh-t was a signal, y'all got mad at us. Now she's out here hanging with the trumps."

Another critic penned a lengthy statement suggesting that while celebrities may publicly condemn President Donald Trump, they're comfortable mingling with him or his circle behind closed doors. "They have no problem with him because they don't suffer from his policies the way the average person does," the comment read.

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Beyoncé's Outfit For The Gala Night Was a Showstopper

Although Beyoncé and Jay-Z are yet to address the accusations, the "Crazy In Love" singer took to Instagram to share stunning photos from the outing.

She donned a bronze gold dress, ruched at the middle, thereby accentuating her curves. The dress featured a plunging neckline, and the singer accessorized with a diamond necklace, finishing off with a brown coat. She let her blonde curls fall over her face. 

The "Halo" hitmaker simply captioned the post, "Reform Casino Night."

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Ivanka Trump Dazzled In A Silver Gown for the Occasion 

While the "Naughty Girl" hitmaker opted for a bronze outfit, the second daughter of the president chose to sparkle with a silver look.

Ivanka uploaded on Instagram snapshots of her appearance in a Georges Hobeika Couture design with a scooped neckline and a draped bodice. 

She kept her accessories minimal, going with matching heels and a black woven Bottega Veneta clutch. The 43-year-old styled her blond locks straight for the night, while Kushner sported a classic black suit with a bow tie.

In her caption, the businesswoman acknowledged the organization for their "commitment to the mission of transforming probation and parole to forge real pathways to work, wellbeing and success."

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The Charity Gala Raked In Significant Contributions

Beyoncé and Jay-Z posing on the red carpet.
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While tongues keep wagging over Beyoncé and Jay Z's affiliations at the fundraiser, the event was a resounding success, with Revolt reporting that about $20 million was raised. 

The money generated from the auction of items such as a George Condo painting ($3.4 million), a golf outing with Tom Brady at Michael Jordan's Grove XXIII club ($1.8 million), and a private Megan Thee Stallion concert ($600,000).

After several performances from The Weeknd, Quavo, DJ Khaled, and Ice Spice, the night ended with a blackjack tournament inside Fanatics Sportsbook, where Andrew Ramus secured the $1 million prize.

With administration costs covered by REFORM's board, the gala proceeds would flow entirely into initiatives such as community outreach, employment fairs, and policy advocacy.

Beyoncé Snags First-Ever Emmy With Netflix Special

Beyoncé stuns in glittering ensemble created by Brazilian brand PatBo during Renaissance tour.
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Meanwhile, Beyoncé is celebrating a major career milestone. According to The Blast, the "Jolene" singer has officially won her first Emmy, recognized in the juried category of Outstanding Costumes for a Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Program for her Netflix special "Beyoncé Bowl."

She shared the honor with her costume team, Shiona Turini, Erica Rice, Molly Peters, Chelsea Staebell, and Timothy White. Costume designer Shiona Turini previously spoke about the vision behind the performance.

According to Turini, the "show was both a reclamation of space and a visual love letter to Black cowboys, country music icons, Texas legends, and Black culture."

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