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Erykah Badu, Alicia Keys, and More Join Brett Kavanaugh Protest in Washington

The “Bravery Is Contagious” event is set to take place October 4 in Washington, D.C. in protest to Brett Kavanaugh, who was accused of sexually assaulting Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford, and his potential confirmation to the Supreme Court.

Erykah Badu and Alicia Keys and are among 20 musicians and entertainers who will lead the concert.

READFox News Contributor Fired After Calling Christine Blasey Ford A “Lying Skank” During Kavanaugh Testimony

According to Billboard, R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe, and actors Maggie Gyllenhaal, Sasha Lane, and Peter Sarsgaard will be in attendance.

The concert follows a national walkout staged last month in support of Blasey Ford and Deborah Ramirez, who’ve accused Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct.

READWatch Samuel L. Jackson Interrogate Brett Kavanaugh In Viral ‘Pulp Fiction’ Video Mashup

A vote on the Senate floor to confirm Brett Kavanaugh is anticipated to be in as early as Friday.

Ivie Ani

Ivie is a Nigerian-American, native New Yorker, and journalist covering culture. Usually on-air, on deadline, and on point. @ivieani

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