Nicki Minaj Proclaims Herself President Trump's Biggest Supporter at Washington Summit
In a striking display of political allegiance, global rap superstar Nicki Minaj has openly declared herself to be President Donald Trump's most devoted fan. The bold statement was made during a high-profile Treasury Department summit held in Washington on Wednesday, an event organized to launch the new 'Trump Accounts' initiative for American families.
From Skeptic to Staunch Supporter
The 43-year-old artist, born Onika Maraj, told the assembled crowd that her admiration for the president remains unwavering despite facing criticism from detractors. "I will say that I am probably the president's No. 1 fan," Minaj announced. "And that's not going to change."
This represents a significant shift from her previous position. Back in 2020, Minaj had indicated she wouldn't "jump on the Donald Trump bandwagon," making her current vocal support all the more notable. Her transformation into a prominent Trump advocate has been gradual but decisive.
Mutual Admiration on Display
The event featured reciprocal praise between the entertainer and the commander-in-chief. President Trump returned the compliment by hailing Minaj as "the greatest and most successful female rapper in history" and expressed gratitude for her substantial financial contributions to the Trump Accounts program.
"I just think she's great," Trump remarked about Minaj during his address. He acknowledged that her support might be unexpected within certain communities, noting, "her community isn't necessarily a Trump fan."
Defying Critics with Determination
Minaj addressed the criticism head-on, framing it as motivation rather than discouragement. "The hate or what people have to say, it does not affect me at all," she asserted. "It actually motivates me to support him more, and it's going to motivate all of us to support him more."
The rapper went further, suggesting divine protection for the president. "We're not going to let them get away with bullying him and the smear campaigns. It's not going to work, OK? He has a lot of force behind him, and God is protecting him," she declared before Trump took the stage.
Building Political Bridges
Minaj's support for Trump has been building steadily. Last month, she made a surprise appearance at Turning Point USA's annual conference, where she expressed deep respect for the president. "I have the utmost respect and admiration for our president," she stated at that event.
She highlighted their shared background as part of her connection to Trump, noting, "He's from Queens, New York, like me." Minaj credited Trump with inspiring hope, saying he's "given so many people hope that there's a chance to beat the bad guys and to win and to do it with your head held high and your integrity intact."
The 'Trump Accounts' Initiative
The summit where these exchanges occurred centered on launching 'Trump Accounts,' a new program offering financial support for American families. Eligible households can open an account and receive $1,000 for every child born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
Trump acknowledged Minaj's generosity toward the program, thanking her for donating "hundreds of thousands of dollars" to help fund the accounts for newborn Americans.
A Visual Statement of Support
The event included memorable visual moments that captured the unusual alliance. Photographs showed Trump and Minaj holding hands on stage at Carnegie Mellon Auditorium, with the president sporting unusually long painted nails that drew attention.
Trump humorously addressed his manicure during his remarks, telling the audience with a laugh, "I'm going to let my nails grow because I love those nails. I'm going to let those nails grow."
This very public demonstration of support between a controversial political figure and a major entertainment celebrity underscores the continuing intersection of pop culture and politics in American public life.
