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Nicki Minaj explains how she and Donald Trump are alike

Nicki Minaj says vicious treatment of Donald Trump drove her to support him
  • Nicki Minaj has publicly declared her support for Donald Trump, stating she could not stand to see him being "bullied."
  • She explained her reasoning on The Katie Miller Podcast, drawing parallels between Trump's treatment and her own past experiences with "smear campaigns."
  • Minaj's support for Trump became apparent in November 2025, when she thanked him for his threats against the Nigerian government.
  • This marks a significant shift from her previous stance in 2016, when she was critical of Trump in her music.
  • The rapper has appeared on stage with Trump at a US treasury event and praised his administration at a Turning Point USA panel.
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