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Nicki Minaj Teased as Potential White House Press Secretary
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Core Development
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung posted a short video on X featuring rapper Nicki Minaj praising President Donald Trump’s business background and foreign-policy approach. No formal appointment has been announced.
Background on Press Secretary Turnover
The White House is seeking a new press secretary after Karoline Leavitt resigned to focus on family matters. Her vacancy was briefly filled by Katie Zacharia, whose debut briefing lasted 14 minutes and drew immediate criticism. Reports questioned Zacharia’s legal credentials, noting she had referred to herself as an attorney despite allegations that she never passed the bar exam. A GOP strategist told the Washington Examiner that Zacharia was becoming “a distraction.”
Official Signals
Steven Cheung’s social-media post is the only explicit signal from the administration regarding a potential replacement. The White House has not issued an official statement confirming Minaj as a candidate or outlining a timeline for a permanent appointment.
Verbatim Quote
- “We have a president that understands economics, first of all,” — Nicki Minaj
Outlook
Minaj is slated to appear alongside President Trump at a rally in Michigan as the midterm elections approach, reinforcing her status as a vocal supporter. While the video suggests she is being considered for the press secretary role, the absence of an official announcement leaves the appointment uncertain.