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Joy Reid Slams Nicki Minaj's GOP Affiliation

2/7/2026

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Joy Reid, former MSNBC host, criticized Nicki Minaj, rapper, for associating with U.S. President Donald Trump, arguing move aligns Minaj with the GOP.
She said the GOP seeks Minaj's 'cultural cool' to appeal to Black audiences and influence the political conversation.
Reid described Minaj as a 'house pet' for the GOP.
Fox News Digital sought comment and received none.

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Story summary

Joy Reid, former MSNBC host, criticized Nicki Minaj, rapper, for associating with U.S. President Donald Trump, arguing move aligns Minaj with the GOP.
She said the GOP seeks Minaj's 'cultural cool' to appeal to Black audiences and influence the political conversation.
Reid described Minaj as a 'house pet' for the GOP.
Fox News Digital sought comment and received none.