Trump comments on Ohio senator and Nicki Minaj at Michigan rally supporting Senate candidate

President Donald Trump addressed a crowd in Michigan on Sunday during a rally for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers. While discussing Ohio Senator Jon Husted’s athletic background, Trump said he had examined the senator’s body, including his rear, and described the observation as a first for him. He later added that the comments were made "in fun" and emphasized that he had not made similar remarks about men before.

"I looked at his ass, and I’ve never done that with a man before. It’s true. Off the record, women yes, men no, OK," Trump said.

Trump then turned to rapper Nicki Minaj, noting that her appearance was "hard to miss" and prompting applause from the audience. He expressed that the remarks were not intended as an insult and affirmed his long-standing support for the artist.

"We love Nicki. She’s been with us for a long time," Trump added.

The rally also featured remarks on trade policy, with Trump stating that the United States would soon resolve its dispute with Canada over tariffs.

"Canada has been ripping off the US for years. I had to do it. We’ll have that settled pretty soon," he said.

The White House did not immediately respond to inquiries about the president’s comments on individuals’ bodies.