NICKI MINAJ TELLS BARBZ SHE'S "NOT GOING ANYWHERE" AFTER TRUMP CALLS HER HIS "FAVORITE" IN OVAL OFFICE

Donald Trump called Nicki Minaj his "favorite" as she walked into the Oval Office during the October 20 premiere of the SBA's "Million Dollar Pitch," and the rapper answered her critics hours later with a message to the Barbz: "Not going anywhere. Right where I need to be."

The exchange is the latest chapter in Minaj's increasingly public alliance with Trump — from a January Treasury event to a summer Rose Garden luncheon, her "#1 fan" post, a September appearance on The Ingraham Angle, and her "vote red" urging to young Americans. The Trinidad-born rap star, whose crossover smashes include "Beauty and a Beat" with Justin Bieber, added another headline-making chapter after her X Takeover speech at Tesla's Giga Texas. For her full story, see the Nicki Minaj biography.

The Oval Office Moment — Key Facts

What happened: Trump greeted Minaj entering the Oval Office: "There she is, my favorite. She's been with me for a long time, I won't say how long."

When: Tuesday night, October 20, 2026 — premiere of "Million Dollar Pitch" (6 PM ET YouTube / 8 PM ET Prime Video).

Minaj's reply: "Not going anywhere. Right where I need to be." (X, with praying-hands emoji); also "Not bad for a lil gal from Trinidad huh?"

The show: SBA's small-business competition; host Dean Cain; judges Minaj, Grant Cardone, Joe Gebbia; $1M prize pool ($400K winner); Freedom 250 initiative.

Fan reaction: Divided — "Presidential Barbie" praise vs. critics urging her back to the studio (attributed to The Mirror via Reality Tea).

Watch the Official Video

Watch: the official SBA premiere upload "The Million Dollar Pitch Competition," containing the Oval Office greeting. (U.S. Small Business Administration, YouTube)

FAQ

What exactly did Trump say to Nicki Minaj?

"There she is, my favorite. She's been with me for a long time, I won't say how long," as she entered the Oval Office during the Million Dollar Pitch premiere.

How did Nicki Minaj respond?

She quoted the viral clip on X: "Not going anywhere. Right where I need to be," with a praying-hands emoji — signaling her support isn't fading.

What is the Million Dollar Pitch?

The SBA's small-business competition show, hosted by Dean Cain with judges Minaj, Grant Cardone and Joe Gebbia; five finalists compete for a $1M prize pool ($400K for the winner).

Why is Minaj aligned with Trump?

Since January 2026 she has appeared with him at a Treasury event and a Rose Garden luncheon, called herself his "#1 fan," appeared on The Ingraham Angle, and urged young Americans to "vote red" — making her one of his most visible celebrity supporters.