Nicki Minaj Trump support was reaffirmed as the rap star said criticism of the US president motivates her to back him even more

Trinidadian born rap icon Nicki Minaj has publicly declared her unwavering support for United States President Donald Trump, saying criticism directed at him has only strengthened her loyalty.

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Nicki Minaj made the remarks on Wednesday after President Donald Trump invited her on stage during an event where she voiced support for Trump Accounts, a programme designed to provide trust funds for children.

Addressing the audience, the 43 year old entertainer described herself as the president’s number one fan and said her stance would not change despite public backlash.

Nicki Minaj said hostility towards President Donald Trump does not affect her personally, adding that the criticism serves as motivation to support him even more.

She also pushed back against what she described as bullying of the billionaire president by his opponents, insisting she would not stand by while he was attacked.

Nicki Minaj further invoked faith in her remarks, saying President Donald Trump has strong backing and divine protection, a comment that drew applause from supporters at the event.

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The high profile endorsement adds a potent celebrity voice to President Donald Trump’s political support base and underscores the continued intersection of popular culture and American politics.