Trump Calls Nicki Minaj “So Hot” and “So Great” During White House Rose Garden Luncheon

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. President Donald Trump generated widespread attention after publicly praising rapper Nicki Minaj during a White House Rose Garden luncheon on Monday, describing her as “so respected and so hot.”

PulseNets learnt that the President recognised the award-winning rapper while addressing guests at the event, inviting her to stand before offering a series of glowing remarks about her.

Introducing Minaj to attendees, Trump said:

“We also have a woman that is so respected and so hot and so great and such a great friend of — I don’t say conservative, I say of common sense. She’s a fantastic person, and she’s a woman that’s respected by everybody, and she’s got real talent: Nicki Minaj.”

He then asked the rapper to acknowledge the audience, saying:

“Nicki, stand up please.”

PulseNets learnt that the luncheon took place shortly after the unveiling of the Trump Accounts initiative, a savings programme designed for children born during Trump’s second presidential term. Nicki Minaj, who has publicly expressed support for the President in recent years, attended the White House event as an invited guest.

The President’s remarks rapidly gained traction online, with video clips circulating across social media platforms and generating thousands of reactions, memes and political commentary.

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While many observers described the comments as consistent with Trump’s trademark blend of politics and celebrity culture, others questioned whether such remarks were appropriate during an official White House function.

As of Tuesday, Nicki Minaj had not publicly responded to the president’s comments, PulseNets learnt.