Thursday, January 1, 2026 - A Change.org
petition calling for Nicki Minaj to be deported from the United States has
gained significant attention following her high-profile appearance at a Turning
Point USA event hosted by activist Erika Kirk.
The petition, titled “Deport Nicki Minaj to Trinidad,”
crossed 70,000 signatures shortly before the New Year, reflecting growing
backlash from critics unhappy with the rapper’s recent political alignment.
Detractors on social media have dubbed her “Nicki MAGAJ,” accusing her of
embracing far-right politics.
The campaign was reportedly started by an individual using
the pseudonym “Pedonika Minaj,” a provocative nickname that critics say is
aimed at drawing attention to controversies surrounding Minaj’s husband,
Kenneth Petty, a registered s3x offender. The petition includes references to
Petty’s past legal issues and criticises Minaj for publicly defending him, as
well as revisiting allegations that she harassed his accusers, claims
Minaj has previously denied.
Earlier this year, Minaj also made headlines for a very
public fallout with Jay-Z and his label, Roc Nation, further fuelling criticism
that the petition claims reflects erratic behaviour.
As of now, the petition has no legal standing, and there is
no indication that U.S. authorities or Trinidad and Tobago officials are
considering any such action. Minaj has not publicly responded to the petition,
and attempts by media outlets to seek comment from Trinidad and Tobago’s
government are reportedly ongoing.
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