Rapper Nicki Minaj made a surprise appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest Sunday, praising President Donald Trump for his support of persecuted Christians in Nigeria and dismissing backlash from critics: “I didn’t notice. We don’t even think about them.”
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PHOENIX — Nicki Minaj made a surprise appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest Sunday, where she expressed admiration for President Donald Trump and defended her shift toward conservative politics—a move that has sparked backlash in the entertainment industry.
“I have the utmost respect and admiration for our president,” Minaj told the crowd. “I don’t know if he even knows this, but he’s given so many people hope that there is a chance to beat the bad guys and to win.”
Support for Trump’s Nigeria Policy
Minaj has previously applauded the Trump administration for its efforts to support Christians in Nigeria, who face persecution, The Guardian reported. She reiterated that stance at the conservative conference, aligning herself with Trump’s policies on religious freedom.
Dismissing Industry Criticism
When asked about the backlash from her industry peers, Minaj shrugged it off: “I didn’t notice. We don’t even think about them.”
She addressed critics directly, saying: “They’re just disgruntled with themselves. I literally tell them, ‘Stay mad,’ because we’re going to stay joyful and peaceful.”
A Shift to the Right
Minaj’s public embrace of Trump marks a notable shift for the Grammy-nominated artist, who has increasingly voiced conservative views—including speaking at the U.N. about violence in Nigeria and advocating for religious minorities.
“This isn’t about politics—it’s about doing what’s right,” she said. “And if that upsets people, so be it.”
Reaction from the Crowd
The AmericaFest audience—a predominantly young, conservative crowd—cheered Minaj’s remarks, with many praising her courage in defying Hollywood’s left-leaning orthodoxy.
“Nicki Minaj isn’t afraid to speak her mind,” TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk said. “That’s why she’s a hero to so many of us.”
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