Nicki Minaj campaigns for Trump at Michigan rally

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 23:56 · Archive

Rapper Nicki Minaj joined President Trump at a Michigan rally to support Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections.

Rapper Nicki Minaj joined President Trump at a Michigan rally on Sunday to campaign for Republican candidates ahead of the 3 November midterm elections. Wearing a gold-coloured Gucci suit, Minaj said Trump had 'changed the energy of the country' and 'given us a future to look forward to'. She led crowds in chanting Trump's name and the names of Republican candidates, saying 'We really need all these great people to be elected, because this is a major turning point for our country'.

In Michigan, a tight Senate race is taking place between Republican Mike Rogers and Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Trump focused his remarks on El-Sayed's Muslim faith and background, alleging he would 'invite jihadists' into America if he wins. El-Sayed has characterised such remarks as Islamophobic, arguing in campaign materials that Trump's policies are causing hardship at 'the pump, at the grocery store, and at the doctor's office'.

White House Communications Director Steven Cheung joked on social media that Minaj could fill the role of White House Press Secretary, a position that had been vacant for five days. Minaj, who was born in Trinidad and Tobago and is a permanent US resident, has previously called herself Trump's 'number one fan' despite criticising some of his policies during his first term.

How it is being reported

• Rapper Nikki Minaj joins Trump onstage at Michigan rallyThe Super Bass singer is the latest big name to campaign in Michigan, where a tight Senate race is playing out ahead of the 3 November midterms.BBC News · 25 Oct, 23:33
• Gucci-clad Nicki Minaj joins Trump in Michigan — as aide jokes rapper is in for huge White House jobDespite not being able to vote in the US herself, Minaj has embraced President Trump's agenda and urged young Americans to vote Republican in this year's midterm elections.New York Post · 25 Oct, 19:02

In this story: Nicki Minaj · Donald Trump · Abdul El-Sayed · Mike Rogers · Steven Cheung · Michigan

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