In a notable political alignment, rapper Nicki Minaj publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump during a U.S. Treasury Department event in Washington, D.C., proclaiming herself his foremost supporter. The event served to promote the upcoming “Trump accounts” initiative—a pilot program establishing investment accounts for children born between 2025 and 2028, with an initial federal deposit of $1,000 per eligible child.
Minaj, who had previously expressed criticism toward Trump during the 2020 election cycle, delivered a fervent speech in his defense. She stated that external criticism and media campaigns only strengthened her resolve to support him, asserting, “The hate or what people have to say, it does not affect me at all. It actually motivates me to support him more.” She further emphasized a collective commitment among his supporters to prevent what she characterized as bullying and smear campaigns against him, adding her belief that “God is protecting him.
Demonstrating her financial commitment to the policy, Minaj pledged a personal contribution ranging from $150,000 to $300,000 to help fund these investment accounts. This move signals a significant shift from her 2020 position, where she explicitly stated she would not “jump on the Trump bandwagon.” The event highlighted the intersection of celebrity influence and political advocacy, underscoring ongoing support for Trump’s policies within certain entertainment circles.