Nicki Minaj’s fans switch to Republican Party, say it’s ‘the right thing to do’

Fans cite Nicki Minaj’s praise of Trump and support for voter ID laws as the tipping point behind their political shift
UPDATED 13 MINUTES AGO
Nicki Minaj joined Donald Trump on stage during the Treasury Department’s Trump Accounts Summit in Washington, DC, on January 28, 2026 (Win McNamee/Getty Images)
Nicki Minaj joined Donald Trump on stage during the Treasury Department’s Trump Accounts Summit in Washington, DC, on January 28, 2026 (Win McNamee/Getty Images)


NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Nicki Minaj’s fan base is reacting strongly after the rapper signaled a political shift toward the right and expressed support for President Donald Trump, with some supporters now saying they plan to change their own political affiliation.

Minaj’s recent comments backing voter ID laws and praising Trump have fueled intense debate across social media. Several fans claim her stance directly influenced their decision to leave the Democratic Party and align with Republicans.

At a recent Trump event, Minaj said she was “probably the president’s number one fan,” a remark that quickly circulated online and sparked both praise and criticism. 

Musician Nicki Minaj joins President Donald Trump on stage as he delivers remarks during the Treasury Department's Trump Accounts Summit at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on January 28, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Nicki Minaj stood beside President Donald Trump as he delivered remarks at the Trump Accounts Summit in Washington, DC, on January 28, 2026 (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Nicki Minaj's fans say they are switching political parties 

Minaj’s growing openness about her political views has turned into a broader cultural flashpoint, drawing reaction from across the political spectrum.

One viral post from a fan account read, “Today is the day I switch to republican seeing how the democrats treated nicki minaj on social media, the press, and in public. they were mocking a black woman trauma is just insane to witness. i may get hate for this but I believe it’s the right thing to do.”

The post has received hundreds of thousands of views on X, where fans continue to debate Minaj’s influence and political evolution. Another supporter wrote, “Officially a Republican!!!!!!! I’ll never vote for a democrat ever again."



Another Nicki Minaj fan shared, “Yes, I followed Nicki Minaj to the Republican party… and just seeing how civilized and loving they are, I DONT REGRET IT…. But, I love how safe and protected she has become…. U CANT HELP BUT FEEL MORE WELCOMED AND ACCEPTED THAN YOU EVER THOUGHT YOU WOULD…. Lmaoooo. I have found my ppl on this bitch."



Another wrote, “I never in my life thought I would ever say this but I love the republician party for Nicki Minaj nobody has ever come out to defend Nicki Minaj like this since her career began. We Stan MAGA MINAJ CATCH IT HOLLYWEIRD!”



A third supporter added, “Yessss! I am floored by this! Nicki Minaj is just too amazing for words! She is giving millions of people ‘permission’ to join the Republican Party and help us save America before it’s too late!”



Some fans say Minaj’s willingness to publicly challenge Democrats and praise conservative policies shows independence, while critics argue she is aligning herself with divisive politics.

Nicki Minaj’s support for Trump fuels backlash and praise  

Minaj has voiced approval of voter ID laws and has publicly complimented Trump, positions that stand in contrast to comments she made during his first term, when she criticized him multiple times.

Her shift has surprised many longtime followers, with some applauding her for speaking freely and others accusing her of abandoning progressive values.

Online discussions around Minaj often trend within hours of her political comments, underscoring her continued influence beyond music.

Musician Nicki Minaj attends the Treasury Department's Trump Accounts Summit at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on January 28, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Nicki Minaj attended the Treasury Department’s Trump Accounts Summit at Andrew W Mellon Auditorium in Washington, DC, on January 28, 2026 (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Rapper’s political ties continue to grow

In November 2025, Minaj appeared at the United Nations in support of the Trump administration, speaking about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The following month, she sat for an interview with Erika Kirk, widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and chairwoman of Turning Point USA.

Since Trump began his second term, Minaj has appeared more openly supportive of him. Photos from a recent White House visit showed the two laughing and chatting, images that quickly spread across social media and made headlines.

President Donald Trump delivers remarks on Trump Accounts at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, January 28, 2026. (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)
President Donald Trump delivered remarks on Trump Accounts at the Andrew W Mellon Auditorium in Washington, DC, on January 28, 2026 (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)

While it remains unclear whether Minaj formally identifies with any political party, her recent statements and public appearances suggest a growing alignment with conservative causes.

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online

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