Donald Trump Praises Nicki Minaj as Talented and Respected at White House Event

At an event held on Monday at the Rose Garden, former U.S. President Donald Trump warmly praised rapper Nicki Minaj, calling her "so hot," "wonderful," and a "good friend." Trump emphasized that Minaj is highly respected not only by conservatives but by common sense itself, highlighting her genuine talent. He invited Minaj to stand before the audience and reiterated that she is "a wonderful woman everyone respects."

During the same event, which focused on small business administration, Trump mentioned Minaj again, praising her contributions and stating that small businesses collectively represent something much larger than the term suggests. Minaj, who was among the many guests at the Rose Garden event, was seen smiling and enjoying iced tea during lunch. She later updated her fans about her visit to the White House.

The friendship between Trump and Minaj has been well documented, especially after Trump’s re-election in November 2024. Since then, Minaj has become a regular guest at Trump events, including the Trump Accounts summit in January 2026. Minaj has publicly declared herself one of Trump’s biggest supporters, stating that criticism only motivates her to support him more and encouraging others to do the same. She expressed confidence in the strong support behind Trump and invoked divine protection for him.