Donald Trump has made headlines after publicly commenting on Nicki Minaj's figure during a political rally in Michigan, describing the rapper's backside as 'one hell of a beautiful ass' before asking her to stand up in front of the crowd. The US president later said he hoped Minaj had not been offended, adding that he and his supporters had admired her for a long time.
The unusual exchange took place on 25 October 2026 at McMorran Place Arena in Port Huron, where Trump was campaigning for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers ahead of the US midterm elections. Minaj, who travelled to Michigan aboard Air Force One, appeared at the event to show her support for Trump and other Republican candidates. Her gold Gucci outfit also caught attention as the rapper joined the president on stage.
Trump's Unexpected Comment About Minaj
During his speech, Trump turned his attention to Minaj, who was seated among the audience, and made the remark that quickly became one of the rally's most talked-about moments.
'By the way, I looked at one hell of a beautiful ass before: Nicki Minaj. That's hard to miss. Stand up. That's hard to miss,' he told the crowd.
Minaj stood up and waved as the audience reacted to the comment. Trump then returned to his speech, acknowledging that his words might have offended.
'OK, I'm going to get back to my story, Nicki. I hope Nicki wasn't insulted, but we love Nicki. She's been with us for a long time,' he added.
Although Trump framed the remark as a compliment, the exchange drew attention because of its focus on Minaj's body during a political event. There was no clear indication from the exchange alone of how she privately felt about the comment.
Minaj's Gold Gucci Look And Political Appearance
Minaj's appearance was another talking point, with the rapper wearing a gold Gucci suit for the occasion. The statement outfit stood out against the political setting as she joined Trump and addressed supporters.
Before the rally, Minaj travelled with the president on Air Force One and shared footage of her experience on social media. Her appearance alongside Trump reflects her increasingly public support for his administration.
Addressing the crowd, Minaj praised the president and encouraged voters to support Republican candidates, including Rogers and gubernatorial candidate John James.
She described Trump as a figure who had changed the country's mood and said she would continue supporting him.
'President Trump, it is an honour to stand with you every single time,' Minaj said. 'And I will continue to support you forever and ever. If you run again, I will support you again.'
Trump later praised Minaj again, saying she had never looked more beautiful and describing her as smart and special.
Trump's Previous Comments About Jon Husted
The remark about Minaj followed similar comments Trump had made about Ohio senator Jon Husted's physique earlier in October.
At previous appearances, Trump discussed Husted's athletic build and made repeated references to his backside while explaining that he had recently learned about the senator's background as a football player.
During the Michigan rally, Trump revisited the subject, saying that his earlier comments about Husted had been made in jest. He then shifted his attention to Minaj, prompting another round of audience reactions.
The repeated remarks have drawn attention to the president's tendency to make personal comments about people's appearances during public speeches. While he presented his words about Minaj as praise, the moment diverted attention from the rally's political purpose.
White House Press Secretary Speculation
Minaj's growing visibility alongside Trump has also prompted playful speculation about whether she could take on a role within his administration.
White House communications director Steven Cheung suggested on social media that the rapper could become the next White House press secretary. Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz echoed the idea, asking Minaj's fans, known as the Barbz, what they thought of the suggestion.
Neither comment represented an official appointment announcement.
For now, Minaj's appearance in Michigan has brought together her fashion choices, celebrity profile and political support in one highly publicised event. Yet it was Trump's unexpected comment about her figure, followed by his hope that she had not been offended, that ultimately became the rally's most attention-grabbing moment.
