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Nicki Minaj Says Trump 'Bullying' Spurred Her Political Turn as She Leans Into Support After Grammys Quip

A podcast preview casts her shift as driven by empathy for the president alongside concerns over religious freedom.

Overview

  • In an excerpt from The Katie Miller Podcast, Minaj says she "couldn't handle" how Trump was treated during the 2024 campaign and cites religious freedom as a key issue.
  • She was recently photographed holding hands with Trump at the U.S. Treasury's Trump Accounts Summit and declared herself his "number one fan."
  • Minaj's alignment has included appearances with figures such as Rep. Mike Waltz and a slot at Turning Point USA’s Americafest, according to WSBT.
  • After Grammys host Trevor Noah joked that she was at the White House with Trump, Minaj posted a series of fiery messages on X targeting critics and the industry.
  • Daily Record reports she promoted the Trump Gold Card program at a Washington event, and Fox News says her full podcast interview is scheduled for Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. ET.