Nicki Minaj has sent a clear message of support for the Trump administration's small business initiative, calling it a 'MAJOR, MAJOR KEY' and enthusiastically declaring, 'Let's GO!' The rapper's upbeat reaction has once again spotlighted her increasing public support for President Donald Trump and his administration.
Minaj's latest endorsement marks another chapter in her evolving relationship with the Trump camp. The Trinidad and Tobago-born star has become one of the most prominent celebrities to publicly praise the president and his allies, and her latest post has drawn fresh attention to the administration's effort to support small businesses.
The excitement stems from news that the Trump administration's Small Business Administration is bringing its 1 million Patriot Pitch competition to Washington next month.
Officially named the Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch and part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations, the event will feature Minaj among the celebrity judges alongside entrepreneur Grant Cardone and Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia, with actor Dean Cain hosting.
Reacting on X, formerly known as Twitter, Minaj wrote: 'This is a major, MAJOR KEY 🔑. Sooooooooooo looking forward to this!!!' She added that she was 'soooooooooo looking forward to this!!!' and continued: 'Imagine being a part of the Trump Administration's initiative to support small businesses. Let's GO!!!!!!!!!! 🎀'
Five entrepreneurs are competing for a share of the 1 million prize pool rather than a single grand prize, which explains why the eventual winner will not take home the full sum. The pool is split five ways: £296,000 (400,000) for first place, £185,000 (250,000) for second, £111,000 (150,000) for third, £93,000 (125,000) for fourth and £56,000 (75,000) for fifth.
This is a major, MAJOR KEY 🔑. Sooooooooooo looking forward to this!!!Imagine being a part of the Trump Administration’s initiative to support small businesses. Let’s GO!!!!!!!!!! 🎀 https://t.co/ykXLkjQlag
Minaj's political turn did not happen overnight. She fully embraced her support for the president in public at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest conference in Phoenix, Arizona, appearing alongside the organisation's CEO, Erika Kirk.
During the sit-down, Minaj spoke warmly about the president's resilience and character, describing how he had given people hope despite years of personal and political attacks against him. She went on to praise both Trump and Vice President JD Vance as figures she felt she could relate to.
The appearance marked a significant shift for an artist previously associated with more liberal-leaning circles, and it divided her fanbase sharply. Some longtime supporters have voiced disappointment at her political pivot, while others have welcomed her willingness to speak openly about her beliefs regardless of any industry backlash.
Minaj's rapport with Trump has produced its fair share of viral moments.
At the White House Correspondents' Dinner, Trump joked Minaj had 'started twerking' after earlier gunshots. She responded with humour, posting an AI Chucky image in a pink wig as how she'd look at him next time.
The closeness of Minaj's public friendship with Trump has even fuelled internet rumours. When press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation, a parody account claimed Minaj would step into the role, a joke that briefly fooled some users online before being debunked.
Whether or not she ever swaps the recording booth for the White House podium, Minaj's continued visibility within Trump's orbit shows no signs of slowing down.
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