In a remarkable political reversal, Trinidad and Tobago-born rap superstar Nicki Minaj proclaimed herself former President Donald Trump’s “number one fan” during Wednesday’s Trump Accounts Summit at the US Treasury Department. The announcement signals a dramatic departure from her previous criticisms of Trump’s immigration policies.
Appearing alongside Trump, Minaj endorsed his trust fund program for children while proudly displaying her recently acquired “gold card” visa. This premium immigration initiative, launched in December, offers expedited citizenship pathways for affluent immigrants through a substantial financial investment.
Photographs captured the rapper holding hands with Trump on the podium, where she directly addressed her critics. Minaj, who immigrated to the United States as a child with her parents, asserted that negative reactions only strengthen her support for the former president, emphasizing that public opinion cannot sway her convictions.
The artist subsequently shared images of her gold card on social media platform X, revealing she received it without charge while completing her citizenship documentation. The controversial program requires a $1 million fee plus $15,000 in processing costs for US residency, drawing significant criticism for its timing during periods of intensified immigration enforcement.