Can Nicki Minaj vote? Rapper’s citizenship sparks debate amid Trump support

Born in Trinidad and Tobago, the rapper — whose real name is Onika Tanya Maraj — moved to the U.S. when she was a child, confirming in a 2024 livestream that she is not a U.S.

Citizen, per Newsweek.As of January 2026, the Anaconda hitmaker shared on X that her citizenship paperwork is currently being finalised. “Finalizing that citizenship paperwork as we speak per MY wonderful, gracious, charming President,” she wrote.Since then, she has not confirmed if she is officially a U.S. citizen.

If she has not yet become a U.S. citizen, Minaj cannot cast a vote in this year’s congressional races, as noncitizens, including lawful permanent residents, cannot vote in federal elections.Although her own eligibility remains up in the air, the 13-time Grammy nominee has been encouraging others to cast their vote. “I encourage you to exercise your right to VOTE.

Your voice is needed now more than ever.

I believe in you,” she wrote on X earlier this month.

Nicki Minaj.