RismadarVoice Reporters
October 21, 2026
United States President Donald Trump has publicly praised Trinidadian-born American rapper Nicki Minaj, describing her as his favourite during an appearance at the White House.
The exchange, captured in a video circulating on social media, occurred when Minaj visited the Oval Office alongside other participants in the Million Dollar Pitch television competition.
The footage was featured in the programme’s premiere on Tuesday, October 20, attracting attention from fans and political observers.
As the rapper entered the Oval Office, Trump warmly acknowledged her presence and spoke about their longstanding association.
“There she is, my favourite,” Trump said, adding that she had supported him for a considerable period.
The moment quickly circulated across social media platforms, prompting reactions from supporters and critics of the president.
Responding to the video on X, formerly Twitter, Minaj reaffirmed her association with Trump.
“Not going anywhere. Right where I need to be,” she wrote.
The development comes amid the rapper’s increasingly visible involvement in activities associated with the Trump administration.
Minaj recently participated as a celebrity judge in Million Dollar Pitch, a business competition backed by the United States Small Business Administration.
The programme brings together entrepreneurs competing for a share of $1 million in financial support intended to help develop their businesses.
Other personalities involved include entrepreneur Grant Cardone, Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia and actor Dean Cain, who hosts the programme.
Minaj’s participation reflects her expanding public association with the administration beyond music and entertainment.
Earlier in January, the rapper appeared alongside Trump at an event promoting Trump Accounts, an investment initiative established for American children.
She also attended a White House Rose Garden luncheon in July, where Trump praised her talent and expressed admiration for her.
The relationship marks a notable change from Minaj’s earlier criticism of some policies introduced during Trump’s first presidential term.
In 2018, she publicly opposed the separation of migrant children from their parents under the administration’s immigration enforcement policies.
More recently, however, Minaj has openly expressed support for Trump and participated in several events connected to his administration.
Her political position has generated contrasting reactions among fans, with some welcoming her involvement in public affairs while others have criticised her support for the president.
The latest Oval Office exchange has renewed public attention on their association, particularly as the United States approaches its November 2026 midterm elections.
For Minaj, the encounter represents another high-profile appearance alongside Trump, while her response indicates that she intends to maintain her publicly declared support for him.
