April Fool's Day Special: Obama's Team of Celebs

April Fool's Day Special: President Obama fired his entire adminstration and hired a team of celebrities. Meet key players.

Shocking Move - In a surprise political game-switch, President Obama announced from London this morning plans to reorganize his cabinet. He will replace his entire administration with celebrities. "The Hip Hop generation got me here and now its time to pay them back," he told the BBC. He's still filling positions but BET got early access to a list of his first round of appointees. Meet key players now.

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Shocking Move - In a surprise political game-switch, President Obama announced from London this morning plans to reorganize his cabinet. He will replace his entire administration with celebrities. "The Hip Hop generation got me here and now its time to pay them back," he told the BBC. He's still filling positions but BET got early access to a list of his first round of appointees. Meet key players now.

U.N. Ambassador - One of the most recognizable faces in the world, Beyonce Knowles will represent the United States at the United Nations. President Obama says he believes the pop singer’s star power – her likeable personality and her feisty alter-ego Sasha fierce - will be the perfect combination to push his agenda to star-stunned leaders around the world.

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U.N. Ambassador - One of the most recognizable faces in the world, Beyonce Knowles will represent the United States at the United Nations. President Obama says he believes the pop singer’s star power – her likeable personality and her feisty alter-ego Sasha fierce - will be the perfect combination to push his agenda to star-stunned leaders around the world.

Sec. of Defense - T.I., "the King of South," knows something about defending himself and the people around him. “Don’t mess with T.I., “said President Obama. “Nobody’s got swagga like him. He’ll use every weapon in his arsenal – literally - to keep America safe. The President added: “I tell you, big things are poppin.”

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Sec. of Defense - T.I., "the King of South," knows something about defending himself and the people around him. “Don’t mess with T.I., “said President Obama. “Nobody’s got swagga like him. He’ll use every weapon in his arsenal – literally - to keep America safe. The President added: “I tell you, big things are poppin.”

Sec. of Energy - The President said nobody is more fit to lead the Department of Energy than the raw embodiment of Hip Hop power: Lil Wayne. The multi-talented collaborator will come up with a master mash-up plan for every state, dropping ideas for a super-grid that will be powered from his hometown New Orleans. Bryan “Birdman” Williams will be deputy. “This is perfect. The block is already hot,” says Weezy.”

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Sec. of Energy - The President said nobody is more fit to lead the Department of Energy than the raw embodiment of Hip Hop power: Lil Wayne. The multi-talented collaborator will come up with a master mash-up plan for every state, dropping ideas for a super-grid that will be powered from his hometown New Orleans. Bryan “Birdman” Williams will be deputy. “This is perfect. The block is already hot,” says Weezy.”

Sec. of Commerce - After meeting with President Obama last night, Shawn “Jay-Z Carter said he’s ready to bring a little Bed-Stuy to Washington. All the observations he made about trade and the movement of goods in the 1980s might apply to these tough economic times. Jigga says he’s confident the United States can be a fair partner in trade and still hold down the world economy.

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Sec. of Commerce - After meeting with President Obama last night, Shawn “Jay-Z Carter said he’s ready to bring a little Bed-Stuy to Washington. All the observations he made about trade and the movement of goods in the 1980s might apply to these tough economic times. Jigga says he’s confident the United States can be a fair partner in trade and still hold down the world economy.

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Nas Writes Anti-Violence Statement - Long considered one of the most conscious emcees in hip-hop, Nas decided he could not sit by after seeing video footage of the tragic death of 16-year-old honor roll student Derrion Albert in Chicago late last week. Nas wrote an open letter in which he told our teenagers, or "Young Warriors,” that they are "fighting the wrong war."

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Sec. of Education - With the appointment of Nas to the Department of Education, President Obama hopes the “I know I Can” rapper will inspire the next generation of Americans. “He will bring a mix of inspiration and a zero-tolerance for failure,” says President Obama. In fact, if a principal’s school doesn’t make the grade, there will be no discussion. He or she will be immediately ethered.”

Sec. of the Treasury - Rapper 50 Cent says he has turned 50 cents into hundreds of millions of dollars. “Look at that profit margin,” the rapper exclaimed. “And I pay my taxes!” Driving down the deficit and getting the economy moving again will be just as easy, President Obama says. He plans to pump money into a diverse portfolio of smart investments. “Tim Geithner has nothing on my man,” said Obama.

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Sec. of the Treasury - Rapper 50 Cent says he has turned 50 cents into hundreds of millions of dollars. “Look at that profit margin,” the rapper exclaimed. “And I pay my taxes!” Driving down the deficit and getting the economy moving again will be just as easy, President Obama says. He plans to pump money into a diverse portfolio of smart investments. “Tim Geithner has nothing on my man,” said Obama.

Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) - Are you ready for Alicia’s “Unthinkable” video? “Day 1 of Shooting the Unthinkable Video! Ooooohweeeee!!! Stay tuned for pics.”

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Sec. of Health and Human Services - Alicia Keys has shown her compassion for people through her non-profit work with children around the world. Now, its time for her to bring her vision of hope and goodwill for all humanity to Washington. “No one, no one, no one, can get in the way of this appointment," the President said.

Paul Wall - Typically known to flash his hundred thousand-dollar grilled smile, Paul Wall lost his cool during a recent concert in San Antonio. According to TMZ, a fan gave Paul the middle finger as he and Slim Thug were leading the crowd into 'R.I.P Pimp C' chants. Paul approached the fan to speak to him before abruptly hitting him with a microphone twice. He later apologized.

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Sec. of the Interior - President Obama says the papers have criticized him for not appointing a fair amount of his cabinet from the South. “All of that changes with my nomination of Paul Wall,” said the President. "Nobody understands the heartland like Paul Wall. In fact, he believes Wall’s appointment will turn Texas, the reddest of Red states, blue during the next election.

Sec. of State - "Who can fill the big shoes that Secretary Hillary Clinton is leaving," asked President Obama. Who has the toughness and grace to negotiate agreements with the hard-liners in North Korea and Iran?" President Obama said, “I’ve seen her sing jazz notes, and I’ve seen her “Bring Down the House,” and who can forget “Ladies First?” The people – and women - of the United States and all around the world are in good hands, he added.

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Sec. of State - "Who can fill the big shoes that Secretary Hillary Clinton is leaving," asked President Obama. Who has the toughness and grace to negotiate agreements with the hard-liners in North Korea and Iran?" President Obama said, “I’ve seen her sing jazz notes, and I’ve seen her “Bring Down the House,” and who can forget “Ladies First?” The people – and women - of the United States and all around the world are in good hands, he added.

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Ex-Drug Dealer Rick Ross to Sue Rapper - Rick Ross, a former drug dealer who dealt millions of dollars in cocaine in the 1980s, is set to sue rapper Rick Ross (whose real name is William Leonard Roberts II) over the use of his name, reports AllHipHop News. Ross went to jail in 1995 on drug charges, and was released from his life sentence in May of last year. Ross doesn’t like how his name was exploited and says he sent cease-and-desist letters to Def Jam in 2006 that he says were ignored. He's taking Ross to court this summer.

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Sec. of Homeland Security - The President says he trusts rapper Rick Ross knows a lot about security. He has the ability to tap into his criminal justice past while distancing himself from it at the same time. “He’ll be unafraid of confronting enemies of the state,” said President Obama. “He’s the Boss, said the President. “This is Deeper than Rap.”

White House Press Secretary - Andre 3000 is a master storyteller and communicator. He will use the power of his words to create lasting images in the minds and hearts of journalists and the American public with “sick lyricism, crazy metaphors and unforgettable one-liners,” President Obama believes. He’ll begin every press conference with the a teaser for the White House Press Pool: “it's beginning to look a lot like what? Follow my every step, take notes ..."

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White House Press Secretary - Andre 3000 is a master storyteller and communicator. He will use the power of his words to create lasting images in the minds and hearts of journalists and the American public with “sick lyricism, crazy metaphors and unforgettable one-liners,” President Obama believes. He’ll begin every press conference with the a teaser for the White House Press Pool: “it's beginning to look a lot like what? Follow my every step, take notes ..."

Diddy - On the heels of his "I'll Be Missing You" single, Diddy's "No Way Out" sold 561,000 units in its first week back in 1997.

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To Be Announced - Diddy can hang up dreams of playing James Bond. The word from the U.K. is that President Obama plans to put him in charge of the CIA. That way, he’ll be the ultimate secret agent. We’re still waiting on confirmation on that. Other celebs being considered include Keri Hilson, The Dream, Keyshia Cole and … Frankie?!