Nicki Minaj has sparked a fresh wave of controversy after sharing what appears to be a major political and personal milestone involving Donald Trump. In a new social media post that is now circulating widely, Nicki claimed she received Trump’s “Gold Card,” a residency status that she and supporters are describing as granting her U.S. residency. In the same wave of posts, she praised Trump publicly, calling him “the best president of all time,” and added that she is likely his “number one fan.”
The moment has gone viral not just because of the residency claim, but because of how aggressively Nicki doubled down on supporting Trump. She also said she is not going to let people “bully him” and referred to what she called smear campaigns, implying she intends to defend him publicly.
The internet did exactly what it always does when a celebrity goes political. It split into two sides instantly. One side celebrated her boldness. The other side dragged her endlessly.
As the backlash grew, Nicki appeared unbothered. Based on the tone of the posts and the reaction that followed, she gave the impression that she does not care about haters and will continue supporting Trump regardless of the noise.
Then came the comment section, which turned into a full meltdown.
Important note: The following points reflect what people are saying in the comments on social media. We have not verified these claims and we do not endorse them. This is simply documenting the nature of the public reaction that is spreading online.
A large number of users accused Nicki of supporting Trump for personal benefit, with some suggesting she is doing it for protection or for legal reasons connected to her family. Others claimed she is attempting to secure favors, including speculation that she wants help for her husband. Some commenters used the Golden Card claim as fuel, implying that political loyalty is being rewarded.
The comments got harsher as people began resurfacing old controversies and allegations connected to Nicki’s personal life. Many of these replies were extremely inflammatory. Some users also claimed she has defended people accused of serious crimes, and others made additional accusations about her inner circle. Again, these are social media claims being repeated under her post, not confirmed facts in this write-up.
Beyond the allegations, a separate chunk of the backlash was purely cultural. Many fans said she is destroying her legacy in real time. Several comments predicted her next album would flop, with people insisting she will eventually issue a public apology after enough damage is done. Others framed it as a career spiral, calling it embarrassing to watch someone with her influence choose this hill.
Some fans used the moment to compare her to other rappers, with “good day to be a Cardi B fan” and similar lines flooding replies. Others mocked her loyalty to Trump, calling her statements extreme and out of touch, especially given Trump’s record of polarizing rhetoric and policies that have been widely criticized by civil rights groups.
The most intense criticism is coming from those who see the contradiction as impossible to ignore. Nicki is a woman of color and one of the most influential female rappers in history, yet she is publicly aligning herself with a political figure many consider harmful to marginalized communities. For a lot of people, that disconnect is the story.
On the other side, her supporters are framing it as Nicki refusing to be controlled by public pressure. They see it as her choosing her beliefs regardless of the consequences.
What makes this moment bigger than a usual celebrity endorsement is the addition of the “Gold Card” residency claim. That detail has amplified the speculation and the anger, because it turns the discourse from political opinion into questions about privilege, access, and what power can buy when fame is involved.
Right now, there is no sign Nicki is stepping back. If anything, she is leaning into it. And with every new repost, quote, and reaction clip, this controversy is only growing louder.
One thing is clear. This is not just a headline. It is a cultural flashpoint, and the internet is not done with it yet.