Nicki Minaj Declares Herself Trump's 'Number One Fan' Amid Controversy

Tue Feb 03 2026 20:57:56 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

In a surprising turn, Nicki Minaj openly expresses her support for Donald Trump, presenting her 'gold card' visa while addressing ongoing immigration issues in the United States.

Rapper Nicki Minaj, who came to the U.S. from Trinidad and Tobago, called herself Donald Trump's 'number one fan' during a recent event in Washington, D.C. She showcased her 'gold card' visa, a new initiative allowing fast-track citizenship for wealthy immigrants like her. Minaj praised Trump's leadership despite her previous criticisms of his immigration policies, stating that his opponents' protests only motivate her support for him. Her remarks come as the country faces backlash against aggressive immigration enforcement. The singer has faced mixed reactions from fans regarding her newfound political allegiance.

Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper Nicki Minaj declared herself to be Donald Trump's number one fan on Wednesday, while also showing off her Trump gold card visa, which offers applicants residency and a path to US citizenship.

The US President called the star up on stage in Washington DC after she announced her support for the so-called Trump Accounts, which provide trust funds for children.

Previously a critic of Trump's hardline immigration policies, Minaj, who came to the US with her parents as a child, has praised his leadership in recent years. It comes at a time of protests after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were involved in the fatal shootings of US citizens.

I will say that I am probably the president's number one fan, and that's not going to change, said Minaj, who was seen holding hands with Trump on the podium. And the hate or what people have to say, it does not affect me at all. It actually motivates me to support him more.

She also displayed her new card, emblazoned with Trump's face, in a thread on social media with the caption: Welp. She mentioned that she is currently finalizing her citizenship paperwork, calling Trump her wonderful, gracious, charming president and noting that the card came free of charge.

Minaj's support for Trump comes as the gold card program, which offers a fast-track for wealthy immigrants, has received criticism for being introduced alongside a crackdown on illegal immigration policies. The rapper's stance has sparked backlash from some fans online.

In a broader context, other musicians have criticized Trump's immigration policies. Bruce Springsteen released an anti-ICE protest song, addressing the societal issues surrounding immigration law enforcement. Eilish and Grande have also spoken out against ICE's actions, underscoring the tension in the artistic community regarding the Trump administration.