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Nicki MinajThe country’s political shift has unleashed a storm that shows no signs of abating.
Once celebrated for her cultural influence and declared independence, the rapper now finds herself at the center of a viral backlash.
After publicly aligning themselves with conservative policies, critics launched a campaign petition calling for his expulsion, turning celebrity support into a full-blown culture shock.
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Controversy erupted after Nicki Minaj made a surprise appearance at AmericaFest, Turning Point USA’s annual conference held in Phoenix, Arizona.
The event marked a sharp departure from many fans’ expectations of his political stance, and it quickly became a flashpoint on social media.
Sharing the stage with Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA and widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Minaj openly praised President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
She described the administration as “full of people with heart and soul” and said she “loved[s] both” for qualities she found relevant.
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For longtime followers, the remarks were shocking. Minaj also explained why she chose to enter conservative spaces, telling the crowd that she was simply “sick of being pushed around” and was done walking away from her beliefs, regardless of public reaction.
His comments don’t stop there. Mocking California Governor Gavin Newsom and openly aligning herself with Republican figures, Minaj’s appearance immediately sparked heated debate among fans, critics and political commentators.
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Supporters of the petition say Minaj’s political stance represents a sea change from the values they once believed she stood for.
The petition claims that her recent speech harms communities that previously considered her an ally, particularly members of the LGBTQ+ community.
He called his change damaging and divisive, saying public figures should be held accountable for the messages they amplify.
One of the most controversial aspects of the petition is its call for immigration authorities to review Minaj’s residency status in the United States.
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According to the petition, his influence carries responsibility, and the expulsion is presented as a symbolic form of accountability for what critics call “divisive actions and statements.”
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The petition page and social media feeds quickly filled with emotional responses from former fans and vocal criticism.
One commenter wrote, “As an Afro Latina and Caribeña who grew up listening to Nicki’s music and feeling empowered by her art and inspired by her style, I am appalled by her recent claims. I stopped being a ‘beard’ a long time ago due to her transphobia, apologist nature, misogyny, and general downgrading as a person and artist, but now, more than ever, I thinks Nicki, the homophobic Barbie, needs to go. We need to make an example of her.
Another response came from someone identifying as Trinidadian, criticizing Nicki Minaj’s selective use of cultural identity. “I’m from Trinidad and I’m sick of Nicki Minaj using Trinidadian identity when it suits her while embarrassing the culture on a world stage,” the commenter wrote.
These reactions highlighted how personal the backlash has become, with critics calling their disappointment both political and deeply emotional.
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Some of the most vocal criticism focused on the perceived impact of Minaj’s statements on transgender communities.
One commenter wrote a lengthy response highlighting the issues involved, saying: “As a woman who has been around transgender children and adults, many of whom we have already lost this year to suicide, not counting the four murdered. We cry out that God makes no mistakes, but children born with vision impairment will be helped while the child born with gender dysphoria will be mocked, slandered, and denied care.”
They added: “Thank you Nicki, for shedding a wonderful light on a community of people who just want to exist with less gender-affirming care than you, but for transgender people, gender-affirming care actually saves lives. »
This comment underscores a belief shared by many of the petition’s supporters that celebrity speech can have real-world consequences, particularly for marginalized groups already facing social and political pressures.
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Other critics took a more pointed and sarcastic tone.
One voice questioned the irony of the situation, writing: “I find it so funny that the same person who supports a rapist, a pedophile, a criminal known for deporting people can be deported. Maybe we’ll see her in one of those White House eviction videos.”
This remark encapsulates the combustible mix of outrage, irony and disbelief that fueled the petition’s momentum.
Although there is no indication that the petition has legal force, its rapid spread reflects the extreme division of public opinion.
As Nicki Minaj continues to defend her political views, the backlash shows no signs of fading. So far, the petition has received more than 10,000 verified signatures.
What started as a surprise appearance at a conservative conference turned into a viral takedown, placing the rapper at the center of one of the most polarizing celebrity controversies of the moment.