Nicki Minaj Takes a Break from Instagram Following Her Appearance with Erika Kirk at AmericaFest
Nicki Minaj Deactivates Instagram Following Controversial Interview
Nicki Minaj has decided to step away from social media after facing backlash from her recent appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest. As of Wednesday, December 24, the 43-year-old rap artist has deactivated her Instagram account, prompting visitors to see a message stating, “Sorry, this page isn’t available.”
The decision comes in the wake of an interview on December 21, where Minaj spoke with Erika Kirk, the wife of right-wing political commentator Charlie Kirk, in Phoenix. In the discussion, Minaj expressed admiration for President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, labeling them as “amazing role models.” She later made an awkward reference to Vance, mistakenly calling him an “assassin,” a term that resonated painfully given the recent events involving Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed on September 10 in a case described by Utah Governor Spencer Cox as a “political assassination.”
Erika Kirk attempted to reassure Minaj after the slip, stating, “Trust me, there’s nothing new under the sun that I have not heard. So you’re fine. I love you.”
Following the interview, Amber Rose came to Minaj’s defense against criticisms alleging that her support for Trump could alienate the LGBTQ+ community. Rose asserted, “She didn’t say anything wrong. She didn’t say anything about the LGBTQ+ community at all.” She emphasized her long-standing relationships within the community, noting, “I have a bunch of trans friends — so does Nicki.”
Vice President Vance also acknowledged Minaj’s thoughtful remarks during the conversation, emphasizing that uplifting one community does not equate to denigrating another. He paraphrased her statement: “just because I want little black girls to think they’re beautiful doesn’t mean I need to put down little girls with blonde hair and blue eyes.”
In recent months, Minaj has become more politically vocal, voicing her concerns about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. This led to her speaking at a United Nations event in November, highlighting her growing engagement in political discourse.
