Cardi B sparks backlash after revealing how much money she spends on Covid-19 tests every week

Cardi B is dividing opinion after she revealed how much money she is spending on Covid-19 tests.

The rapper revealed to fans on Twitter that she and her team get tested four times a week, and that each test costs $250.

When one concerned fan shared that they thought tests were free, she replied: “It’s free when you go to the doctors and s*** but when it’s for work and you gotta have people test you at your home it’s not.”

She continued by explaining that she faces legal precautions if she doesn’t take regular testing. “If I do a commercial and I get Covid the company can get sued,” she said. “It’s all about not being a liability and is a requirement.”

Later, she defended herself after one user pointed out that many frontline workers don’t have the “luxury” of access to regular testing.

Still, some criticised Cardi for taking an excessive number of tests when the best course of action is to stay at home.

Others called her out for suggesting the high prices for private tests are part of some “plan”. Cardi makes several references to Covid-19 testing becoming a business.

Nevertheless, Cardi’s comments highlight how disturbingly easy it is to get tests when you have the money, while the rest who aren’t so fortunate don’t have the same access to frequent testing.