Key Highlights
- The "Super Bass" singer was introduced as the surprise guest by TPUSA president Erika Kirk, where they discussed her recent alignment with the Trump administration on Christian persecution in Nigeria. Despite her past support for Democratic candidates, Minaj described the "utmost" respect she had for the Republican administration, particularly for giving people hope during dark times.
- ERIKA KIRK WELCOMES ATTENDEES TO FIRST AMERICAFEST SINCE HUSBAND'S DEATH, ENDORSES JD VANCE FOR PRESIDENT Nicki Minaj enters the stage as the surprise guest on the final day of Turning Point USA's annual AmericaFest conference at the Phoenix Convention Center on December 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.
- (Caylo Seals/) "I have the utmost respect and admiration for our president," Minaj said.
- "I don’t know if he even knows this, but he’s given so many people hope that there's a chance to beat the bad guys and to win, and to do it with your head held high and your integrity intact." She added that she considers both Trump and Vance to be "one of us" based on how they can still relate to everyday Americans."They haven't lost touch of the world," Minaj said.
- "You know, they're still connected to the world.
