Nicki Minaj urges young Americans to ‘vote red’ in 2026 midterms

Rapper Nicki Minaj has reaffirmed her support for Donald Trump and issued a direct call to action for young Americans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. During an interview on Fox News’ ‘My View with Lara Trump’, Minaj urged young voters to participate in all levels of government, including local elections, and explicitly told them to ‘vote red’.

Minaj praised Trump’s ‘candid, unedited vibe’ and described him as an authentic and charismatic leader. She also criticized the Democratic Party, accusing it of being ‘petty and childish’ and suggesting that the party has become too closely tied to pop culture. Minaj further claimed that Black Americans have historically felt pressured to ‘vote blue’ but noted a shift in people wanting to voice their own concerns.

The rapper’s political alignment has drawn significant backlash from some fans on social media, with some labeling her a ‘sellout’. This follows her recent involvement with the Trump administration as a judge for the Small Business Administration’s Million Dollar Pitch Competition.