According to TMZ, rap queen Nicki Minaj has caused a rift within her “Barbz” fanbase after flaunting a $1 million “Trump Gold Card” on social media. The post, which Minaj claimed was a gift, has sparked intense political debate on TikTok and X, with some fans defending her right to associate with whoever she wants, while others are calling for a boycott. The controversy comes as Minaj continues to dominate the charts with her latest singles.
TVC News validated the story, quoting: “Nicki Minaj thanks Trump for the ‘free’ gold card… sparking online reactions.” The Source also reported on the fallout, stating: “Trump is breaking up the Barbz as fans argue over the rapper’s recent political leanings.”
Echotitbits take:
Nicki Minaj has always been a “disruptor,” but leaning into political iconography is a risky move in a highly polarized US climate. However, her core fanbase is notoriously loyal; this “controversy” likely won’t hurt her streaming numbers and might actually keep her name in the headlines longer than a standard album promo would.
Source: New Republic — https://newrepublic.com/post/205861/nicki-minaj-donald-trump-gold-card-citizenship January 30, 2026
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