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Nicki Minaj and Elon Musk Stir Controversy Over Politics

11/4/2025

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Nicki Minaj and Elon Musk sparked mixed reactions after Minaj posted a 2013 clip, captioning it 'Speak Elon, we’re listening'.
Elon Musk replied with a nod to her song, saying 'Starships were meant to fly'.
Critics questioned her alignment after she deleted a post praising U.S. President Donald Trump and doubted her role as a gay icon while appearing to back Republican views.

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Nicki Minaj and Elon Musk sparked mixed reactions after Minaj posted a 2013 clip, captioning it 'Speak Elon, we’re listening'.
Elon Musk replied with a nod to her song, saying 'Starships were meant to fly'.
Critics questioned her alignment after she deleted a post praising U.S. President Donald Trump and doubted her role as a gay icon while appearing to back Republican views.