Nicki Minaj to appear at Trump's high-profile summit amid controversial MAGA shift

Nicki Minaj is set to speak at a Treasury event on 'Trump Accounts' for children's investments.

Published on: Jan 27, 2026, 23:27:39 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Nicki Minaj is at a pivotal moment in her shift towards MAGA. The 43-year-old rapper, who sparked controversy among her fanbase when she attended a conservative Turning Point USA event in December, is reaffirming her support for President Donald Trump. She is scheduled to be one of several speakers at an upcoming event organised by the Treasury Department.

Nicki Minaj's support for Donald Trump continues as she prepares to speak at a Treasury Department event promoting investment accounts for children. (Getty Images via AFP)

The announcement comes days after Minaj faced backlash for hurling homophobic slur at journalist Don Lemon over his coverage of anti-ICE church protest.

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All on Trump's high profile summit

The summit aims to raise awareness about “Trump Accounts,” a new pilot initiative from the administration that will provide investment accounts for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, featuring a one-time deposit of $1000.

“The true meaning of paying it forward. Early financial literacy & financial support for our children will give them a major head start in life. In some cases, they will end up teaching their very own parents how to invest & what to invest in. This makes me very happy,” the rapper wrote on X, confirming her upcoming appearance.

Besides Minaj, other personalities who will appear at the summit include former "Shark Tank" star Kevin O'Leary and Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr's wife Cheryl Hines. .

Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will also address the summit.

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Petition against Nicki Minaj

Minaj's recent appearance occurs amidst the excitement surrounding her newfound association with the Trump administration. On December 21, she engaged in a discussion with conservative personality Erika Kirk at the AmericaFest conference hosted by Turning Point USA in Phoenix, where she expressed her admiration for both Trump and Vice President JD Vance, highlighting their relatability.

In the wake of her appearance with Kirk, a petition urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement to deport the rapper has amassed over 53,000 signatures.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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