Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer could potentially add excitement to the upcoming election by engaging in a unique form of campaigning, inspired by a suggestion from columnist Zoe Williams. This proposal, stimulated by the longstanding feud between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake, entails the political leaders releasing ‘diss tracks’ against each other. This idea draws on the current atmosphere in both the rap industry and political scene, where confrontations and allegations are frequent.

In related news, the feud between Lamar and Drake has recently led to serious real-world repercussions. A security guard at Drake’s Toronto mansion was shot in a drive-by incident on a Tuesday morning, shortly after Lamar escalated the feud by using an image of Drake’s house on a diss track cover. The guard was hospitalized with serious injuries. The shooting, amidst this bitter conflict where personal accusations have been exchanged—including charges of domestic violence and more—has sparked concerns about safety and security implications surrounding high-profile disputes.

Toronto police are currently investigating the incident, seeking to identify the assailant behind the attack and understand the motive, as the situation between Lamar and Drake continues to unfold.