When you are a lifelong racist, and you are running for governor against a black man, and you accidently let the mask slip, and you choke on your dog whistle on national television.
“He is impressively articulate for someone trying to monkey things up in politics” some republican candidate accurately portrayed
by DogJoe August 30, 2018
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In American English "Monkey" is used for silliness, and is certainly the most common connotation, association with a monkey can also mean foolishness, aggravation, environmental terrorism, and cold.

To "Monkey Things Up" is to make a mess of something that is orderly. Similar to "Money Business"
Monkey Things Up: To make a mess of something that is orderly. Similar to "Money Business
Mother: Billy, I've just cleaned the house, I don't need you or your friends coming in here and Monkeying Things Up
by UncleLoid January 19, 2019
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