Jeannie Mai Refutes Jeezy’s Gatekeeping Claims, Raises Concerns About Firearms

Jeannie Mai, the former host of “The Real,” has responded to accusations made by her ex-husband, rapper Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins, concerning the custody of their 23-month-old daughter, Monaco Jenkins. Mai’s response addresses the primary concern of unsecured firearms in Jeezy’s possession, which she sees as a safety risk for their daughter.

Dispute Over Daughter’s Custody and Safety

• Mai’s Legal Response: In legal documents filed on December 19, Mai denied Jenkins’ claims that she was preventing him from spending quality time with their daughter. She emphasized that her insistence on safety measures, such as securing firearms and ensuring properly trained caregivers, was in the best interest of their child’s well-being and not an attempt to restrict Jenkins’ access to their daughter.
• Safety Measures and Co-parenting Agreement: Mai’s concerns stem from the need for reasonable safety measures, including the proper storage of firearms and familiarity with trained caregivers. This response follows Jenkins’ earlier filing in Fulton County, in which he claimed that the agreed-upon visitation schedule through the end of 2023 was becoming less feasible due to lack of consistency and stability in their co-parenting arrangement. Mai, however, asserts that she has agreed to all requested visitation dates, including additional time for Christmas.

Context of the Marital Dispute

• Divorce and Infidelity Accusations: The co-parenting conflict is unfolding in the wake of Jeezy filing for divorce from Mai in September, citing that the marriage was irretrievably broken with no hope for reconciliation. Mai has since responded to Jeezy’s accusations of gatekeeping by suggesting infidelity on his part during their marriage. She referenced a clause in their prenuptial agreement that stipulates significant financial penalties for adulterous behavior, underscoring the complexity of their marital and post-marital disputes.

As the legal proceedings continue, the primary focus remains on the well-being and safety of their young daughter. The dispute highlights the challenges of co-parenting and navigating custody arrangements, especially when concerns about child safety and alleged parental misconduct are involved.