Rapper Nicki Minaj has ignited widespread speculation about her immigration status after publicly sharing an image of what appears to be President Donald Trump’s premium ‘Gold Card’ initiative. The controversial post emerged mere hours after Minaj joined the former president at a promotional event for his ‘Trump Accounts’ program, which establishes tax-advantaged investment vehicles for American minors.
The Trinidad-born artist, who relocated to the United States during her childhood, maintains legal permanent residency status despite having paid millions in U.S. taxes. During the financial summit, Minaj enthusiastically declared herself ‘probably the president’s number one fan,’ while Trump revealed her substantial six-figure investment in his accounts initiative.
This political alignment has generated significant backlash from portions of her fanbase, particularly following her December appearance at a Turning Point USA event where her comments on gender and faith drew accusations of transphobia. This represents a notable shift for the artist, who previously positioned herself as a LGBTQ+ ally and vocal critic of Trump’s immigration policies during his first term.
The premium immigration program reportedly plans to introduce an even more exclusive ‘Platinum Card’ tier, requiring a $5 million contribution and granting holders extended U.S. stays without taxation on foreign income. Minaj has not confirmed whether she formally applied for or obtained the Gold Card, leaving her intentions and immigration status ambiguous.