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Ingraham Misidentifies Minaj, Sparks Social Media Backlash

1/30/2026

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Ingraham Misidentifies Minaj

Fox News host Laura Ingraham misidentified Nicki Minaj as Cardi B while discussing Minaj's support for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ingraham criticized Minaj's lyrics, referencing "WAP," a song performed by Cardi B.
A producer corrected her, and Ingraham acknowledged the error, drawing ridicule on social media.
Minaj appeared at a White House event promoting Trump's child investment initiative, signaling a shift toward right-wing politics.

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Minaj Endorses Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted the Trump Accounts Summit, where Nicki Minaj proclaimed herself his 'number one fan' and posted a 'Trump Gold Card'.
Minaj endorsed a new investment visa for wealthy individuals and pledged to contribute $150,000 to $300,000.
Reaction was mixed; some fans called her fraud, while others defended the endorsement and noted she remains a lawful permanent resident and citizen of Trinidad and Tobago.

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Historical Context

The 2016 U.S. presidential election highlighted the growing influence of celebrity endorsements in politics, exemplified by Nicki Minaj's support for Donald Trump and her investment pledge of $150,000 to $300,000. This trend reflects a broader polarization in American politics, where such endorsements can significantly impact public opinion, as evidenced by Laura Ingraham's misidentification of Minaj, illustrating media challenges in representing diverse voices.

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Ingraham Misidentifies Minaj

Fox News host Laura Ingraham misidentified Nicki Minaj as Cardi B while discussing Minaj's support for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Ingraham criticized Minaj's lyrics, referencing "WAP," a song performed by Cardi B.
A producer corrected her, and Ingraham acknowledged the error, drawing ridicule on social media.
Minaj appeared at a White House event promoting Trump's child investment initiative, signaling a shift toward right-wing politics.

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