Trump praises Nicki Minaj’s ‘beautiful’ backside at Michigan rally

President Donald Trump remarked that rapper Nicki Minaj’s backside was “beautiful” while speaking to supporters at a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan. The comment was made as Minaj appeared onstage alongside the president during the event. The remark quickly spread online, generating a mix of amusement and criticism on social media.

What we know

• Donald Trump made the comment at a Republican rally in Port Huron, Michigan
• He described Minaj’s backside as “beautiful” and “hard to miss”
• Nicki Minaj was present onstage with Trump during the rally
• The comment was reported by The Sun, Linda Ikeji’s Blog, Premium Times, Nigerian Tribune and Leadership

Why it matters: The incident highlights how U.S. political figures use pop‑culture references that resonate with global audiences, including Nigerians and the diaspora, shaping perceptions of American politics.

Sources

1. Donald Trump compliments Nicki Minaj’s ‘beautiful’ backside during Michigan rally – The Sun, 8 h ago
2. Video: President Trump compliments rapper Nicki Minaj's 'beautiful' backside at Michigan rally – Linda Ikeji's Blog, 7 h ago
3. ‘That’s hard to miss’ – Donald Trump compliments Nicki Minaj’s backside at Michigan rally – Premium Times, 4 h ago
4. ‘Hard to miss’: Trump compliments Nicki Minaj’s ‘beautiful’ backside – Nigerian Tribune, 3 h ago
5. Trump Turns Heads As He Compliments Nicki Minaj’s ‘Beautiful’ Backside At Michigan Rally – Leadership, 2 h ago
6. Nicki Minaj’s ass hard to miss – US President, Trump [VIDEO] – Daily Post, 1 h ago

Updates

• 26 Oct, 14:01 WAT – Now also reported by Daily Post
• 26 Oct, 12:50 WAT – Summary updated with new reporting
• 26 Oct, 12:50 WAT – Now also reported by Leadership
• 26 Oct, 11:47 WAT – Summary updated with new reporting
• 26 Oct, 11:34 WAT – Now also reported by Premium Times, Nigerian Tribune
• 26 Oct, 08:19 WAT – Story published – 2 outlets

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