Quick Read
- Nicki Minaj publicly declared herself President Trump’s “number one fan” at a Treasury Department event on January 28, 2026.
- She endorsed the new “Trump Accounts” initiative, which aims to provide $1,000 federal funding for newborns.
- Minaj stated that public backlash and “hate” only motivate her to support Trump more.
- President Trump reciprocated her support with a kiss on the cheek and holding her hand on stage.
- “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary also spoke, thanking Trump for pro-business policies.
WASHINGTON (Azat TV) – Rap superstar Nicki Minaj publicly declared herself President Donald Trump’s “number one fan” on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at a Treasury Department event in Washington D.C., where she championed the administration’s new “Trump Accounts” initiative. Her vocal endorsement, made alongside the president and “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary, comes amidst ongoing public scrutiny and marks a significant doubling down on her support for Trump and his policies.
The 43-year-old Trinidad-born songstress joined President Trump on stage at what was billed as a “Trump Accounts Summit.” She received enthusiastic applause as she took the podium, with Trump telling the crowd, “We did pretty well with your community.” Minaj, widely known as the “queen of rap” since her 2010 debut, expressed that the “hate” she receives for her political stance only motivates her further.
Minaj’s Unwavering Support and Policy Endorsement
“I am probably the president’s number one fan, and that’s not going to change,” Minaj told the audience. “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 added, “We’re not going let them get away with bullying him and the smear campaigns. It’s not gonna work, OK? He has a lot of force behind him, and God is protecting him. Amen.”
President Trump, 79, reciprocated the warmth, giving Minaj a kiss on the cheek and holding her hand for approximately 30 seconds during ensuing remarks by Kevin O’Leary. Trump also praised Minaj’s distinctive approximately two-inch glittery gold-painted nails, joking, “I am going to let my nails grow, because I love those nails. She’s so good. She’s been MAGA, what can I say? She’s been with us all the way.”
The “Trump Accounts” initiative, a key focus of the summit, aims to seed newborns’ federal accounts with $1,000, intended to foster long-term investment. Minaj reportedly committed hundreds of thousands of dollars to her fans’ children’s accounts, further aligning herself with the policy.
Kevin O’Leary’s Contribution and Entrepreneurial Focus
Kevin O’Leary, known as “Mr. Wonderful” from “Shark Tank,” also spoke at the event, thanking President Trump on behalf of American entrepreneurs. “On behalf of all the entrepreneurs in America, I’d like to thank you, Mr. President, because we create 72% of the jobs, companies 5 to 500 employees, and all we care about is policy,” O’Leary stated. He emphasized the importance of pro-business policies and lauded the “Trump Accounts” for supporting independence and entrepreneurs.
“It’s all about the entrepreneur, and I think you know that, sir,” O’Leary concluded. Following the remarks, Trump jokingly referred to the segment as “a little interlude, much better than getting Scott Bessent up.”
Minaj’s Evolving Political Stance
Minaj has increasingly engaged in political discourse during Trump’s second term. While she did not formally endorse Trump in his previous three campaigns for the White House, she has expressed support on social media and made a surprise appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest conference. There, she praised Trump and Vice President JD Vance, describing her “utmost” respect for the Republican administration for giving people hope during challenging times.
She has previously commended Trump’s defense of Nigerian Christians facing violence and stated that she considers both Trump and Vance to be “one of us” due to their perceived ability to connect with everyday Americans across different demographics. This marks a notable shift for the artist, who had previously supported Democratic candidates.
Broader Rapper Support for Trump
President Trump has historically garnered admiration from various figures in the rap community, often citing his ostentatious lifestyle and unconventional policies. He has previously boasted about being mentioned in numerous rap songs before his 2016 presidential campaign. Other prominent Latino rappers, such as Lil Pump, endorsed Trump in 2020, though Trump famously misidentified him as “Lil Pimp.” Rapper 50 Cent also flirted with backing Trump, citing concerns over potential tax policies under then-candidate Joe Biden.
Lil Wayne endorsed Trump’s criminal-justice reform efforts and his “Platinum Plan” aimed at boosting investment in Black neighborhoods during the 2020 election, later receiving a gun-charge pardon from the president. These instances highlight a recurring pattern of certain rap artists aligning with Trump, contributing to a complex and often debated intersection of celebrity and political endorsement.
Minaj’s public, high-profile embrace of President Trump, particularly at an event promoting a federal policy initiative, underscores the growing intersection of celebrity influence and political endorsement in modern American discourse. Her unwavering stance, despite anticipated backlash, highlights a calculated decision to align her significant cultural platform with a specific political brand, further solidifying her position as one of the most visible entertainers supporting the former president.