Trump asks Nicki Minaj to stand at Michigan rally, sparks reaction

Trump asks Nicki Minaj to stand at Michigan rally, sparks reaction

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News. com. au reported that President Donald Trump asked rapper Nicki Minaj to stand up as she appeared beside him at a Republican rally in Port Huron, Michigan on 25 October, prompting reactions from attendees and a Republican National Committee spokesperson.

Earlier that day, USA Today and Rolling Stone noted that Trump praised Minaj's looks and physique while she voiced support for Republican candidates. NDTV later said the president made a vulgar remark about Minaj and subsequently expressed hope that she was not insulted.

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President Donald Trump Nicki Minaj former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers Rep. John James

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Port Huron, Michigan, United States

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    It’s easy to get caught up in the spectacle, but I keep thinking about the people who tune in expecting serious discussion and instead get this kind of crude distraction. Meanwhile, the real issues that affect daily lives barely get a mention, and those voters end up paying the price for the chaos.

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President Trump comments on Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally
President Trump comments on Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally

News.com.au • 27 Oct 06:34

At a campaign event in Michigan, President Donald Trump referenced rapper Nicki Minaj's physique and asked her to stand, prompting reactions from attendees and a Republican National Committee spokesperson.

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October 26, 2026
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Trump compliments Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally
Trump compliments Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally

Rolling Stone • 26 Oct 15:06

President Donald Trump praised rapper Nicki Minaj's physique during a campaign event in Port Huron, Michigan, where she also voiced support for Republican Senate and gubernatorial candidates.

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Trump makes crude comment about Nicki Minaj at Michigan rally, offers apology
Trump makes crude comment about Nicki Minaj at Michigan rally, offers apology

NDTV • 26 Oct 12:30

President Donald Trump referenced pop star Nicki Minaj in a vulgar remark during a campaign stop in Michigan and later said he hoped she was not insulted.

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President Trump comments on Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally
President Trump comments on Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally

The Telegraph • 26 Oct 12:06

President Donald J. Trump praised rapper Nicki Minaj’s appearance during a rally in Port Huron, Michigan, and discussed the possibility of her serving as White House press secretary.

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Nicki Minaj Reaffirms Support for President Trump at Michigan Rally
Nicki Minaj Reaffirms Support for President Trump at Michigan Rally

Fox News • 26 Oct 06:39

Rapper Nicki Minaj told a crowd in Port Huron she will continue backing President Donald Trump and urged voters to support Republican Senate and gubernatorial candidates in the upcoming midterms.

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Trump compliments Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally
Trump compliments Nicki Minaj's appearance at Michigan rally

USA Today • 26 Oct 05:58

President Donald Trump praised rapper Nicki Minaj's looks while she appeared with him at a Republican rally in Port Huron, Michigan, as candidates campaign for upcoming elections.

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