Trump calls Nicki Minaj ‘so hot’ during White House luncheon

President Donald Trump lauded rapper Nicki Minaj as "so hot" and "respected" during a White House Rose Garden luncheon on Monday. He singled out the Trinidadian-born artist, praising her talent and calling her a "great friend of common sense."

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We also have a woman who is so respected and so hot and such a great friend of… I don’t say conservative, I say of common sense.

Videos of Trump's remarks quickly circulated on social media, eliciting both praise from supporters and criticism from those questioning the appropriateness of his language at an official White House event. Minaj herself shared photos from the event on her X account, captioning one post "Whoa!!!! #WhiteHouseBarbie with her favourite President of all time!!!"

The appearance underscores a deepening alliance between Minaj and Trump. She has publicly supported his policies, including a savings initiative for children and a proposed immigration program. Minaj has stated that criticism of her political views has only strengthened her support for the president.

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Whoa!!!! #WhiteHouseBarbie with her favourite President of all time!!!

While supporters viewed the exchange as friendly and light-hearted, critics argued that referring to a female guest as "so hot" was inappropriate. The incident adds to the growing public attention surrounding the relationship between the president and the Grammy-nominated rapper.

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She’s a fantastic person, and she’s a woman that everybody respects. She’s got real talent. Nicki Minaj. Nicki, stand up, please.