Celebrities’ political affiliations often trigger intense reactions online, and Nicki Minaj is the latest example. After appearing at a Turning Point event, she faced a fresh wave of criticism—some of it escalating into calls for her deportation to Trinidad and Tobago, based on unverified claims about her immigration status.
A Change.org petition titled “Deport Nicki Minaj to Trinidad” has been circulating widely and had collected nearly 9,000 signatures at the time of writing. The petition lists various U.S. agencies and officials as targets for action, including the White House, ICE, the FBI, and the U.S. Assistant Secretary of the Army.
The petition does not clearly state whether Minaj’s politics are the reason for its creation, but it does highlight other controversies tied to her personal life. It references her marriage to Kenneth Petty and mentions his criminal history, while also making broad claims about Minaj’s behavior—allegations that are presented without supporting documentation in the text.
The petition and many commenters also focus on Minaj’s citizenship status, citing past statements and online narratives to argue that she is in the U.S. unlawfully. These claims have spread quickly, especially because they appear to conflict with the anti-immigration rhetoric often associated with MAGA-aligned politics.
Online reactions split across political lines
Reactions on the petition page and social media have been sharply divided. Some commenters argue that public support for strict immigration enforcement should apply universally, while others criticize the petition itself as politically motivated harassment. A number of posts frame the situation as hypocrisy—questioning why some people who oppose undocumented immigration would make exceptions depending on who the celebrity is.
Regardless of motivation, the petition’s rapid spread reflects how quickly celebrity politics can turn into personal attacks—and how online outrage can amplify claims long before they are verified.
