Nicki Minaj accompanies Trump at a rally, who tells her she has a "beautiful ass": "Hard to miss"

Trinidadian rapper Nicki Minaj traveled aboard Air Force One with President Donald Trump on Sunday to attend a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan. During the event, the president publicly complimented the artist’s physique, telling the audience that her rear end was a "beautiful ass" and stating it was "difficult not to see it." Minaj did not share the stage with Trump for the entire duration of his address but later delivered a brief speech supporting the Republican ticket ahead of the November midterm elections. The rally took place at the McMorran Place Sports and Entertainment Center. Trump used the platform to bolster the candidacy of Mike Rogers, the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan. Rogers faces Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in a tight contest. The upcoming elections on November 3 will determine which party controls the United States Congress. In a video posted on the social media platform X by White House communications director Steven Cheung, Minaj appeared inside the presidential aircraft praising Trump’s policies. Cheung captioned the post by suggesting the rapper might have found a new press secretary for the administration. Minaj responded to the comment with a laughing emoji. Although she rode in the plane with the president, she initially remained offstage while Trump addressed the crowd. Trump mentioned Minaj repeatedly during his nearly two-hour speech. After making previous comments regarding the physical attributes of Ohio Senator Jon Husted, whom he described as a former football player, the president shifted focus to the rapper. He told the crowd, "I hope Nicki wasn't insulted, but we love Nicki," noting that she has been associated with him for a long time. Following her appearance on stage, Trump added that she "never looked more beautiful" and referred to her as a "very special person." Minaj, who is 43 years old, led the audience in chanting "We love Trump." She urged attendees in Michigan to act as leaders in the political movement, describing the current period as a major turning point for the nation. Her remarks included opposition to gender-affirming medical care for transgender children. She stated that supporters wanted people to leave children out of such matters. Concluding her address, she directed her comments toward the president, saying that if he runs for office again, she would support him again. The rapper’s relationship with the administration has evolved significantly since her first term. Minaj previously criticized Trump during his initial presidency. In 2018, she revealed that she arrived in the United States irregularly at age five while criticizing the family separation policy implemented during that period. More recently, she has aligned herself with the conservative movement, declaring herself the number one fan of the president. She has participated in several government events alongside cabinet members. In January of this year, Minaj claimed she received a free "golden card" from Trump. This item was linked to a controversial program offering permanent residency pathways to foreigners who contribute one million dollars to the U.S. government. However, officials clarified to The New York Times that the card given to Minaj was merely a souvenir. They noted that the rapper already held permanent resident status for approximately two decades. Consequently, she is eligible to apply for citizenship, a process she said she is currently completing. The shift in Minaj’s public stance marks a notable change in her political engagement. Her base of followers, known as Barbz, has witnessed her transition from a vocal critic to a prominent supporter. The rally in Michigan served as a key stop in the campaign trail for the Republican candidates facing the midterms. The presence of high-profile celebrities at these events aims to energize the voter base in competitive states. Trump’s comments regarding Minaj’s appearance followed a pattern of remarks he has made about other political figures. He defended his earlier comments about Senator Husted by stating they were made in jest and that media reports omitted the context of Husted’s athletic background. The president emphasized his affection for Minaj throughout the evening, contrasting the playful nature of his physical compliments with expressions of long-term loyalty. The event highlighted the intersection of celebrity culture and political campaigning in the lead-up to the general election. Minaj’s participation underscored the strategy of leveraging popular cultural figures to draw attention to specific congressional races. As the November 3 deadline approaches, both parties continue to mobilize supporters through large-scale rallies and targeted messaging aimed at securing control of legislative branches.