Rapper Nicki Minaj has taken to social media to criticize California Governor Gavin Newsom, declaring that his political career is effectively over. Minaj’s remarks come in the wake of Newsom’s candid discussions about his far-left values and the complexities surrounding the topic of transgender athletes in women’s sports, which he recently addressed in an interview with The New York Times’ Ezra Klein.
In that interview, Newsom emphasized the personal nature of his stance on trans issues, stating, “I want to see trans kids. I have a trans godson. There’s no governor who has signed more pro-trans legislation than I have. No one has been a stronger advocate for the LGBTQ community.” He acknowledged the backlash he faces, noting that a significant portion of the public may disagree with his views, as he described the topic as one that many would prefer to avoid discussing.
Minaj, known for her advocacy against cancel culture and her support for the Trump administration’s efforts to combat Christian persecution in Nigeria, sharply criticized Newsom. She remarked, “Imagine being the guy running on wanting to see trans kids. Not even a trans ADULT would run on that. Normal adults wake up and think they want to see HEALTHY, SAFE, HAPPY kids.” Minaj went on to suggest that Newsom has become accustomed to preferential treatment, attributing this to his physical appearance and charisma.
Further attacking Newsom’s aspirations, Minaj stated that his political future looks grim, calling him “the cute boy who got everything handed to him.” She described his presidential ambitions as “an impossible mission,” urging him to reconsider his path forward. “Oh Gavvy pooh, it only gets worse from here for you, buddy. It’s the end of the road for you, my love,” she wrote, encouraging him to seek happiness outside of politics.
In response to additional interactions on social media, including an AI-generated graphic involving conservative figure JD Vance, Minaj continued to engage with her critics and supporters. As discussions surrounding Newsom’s potential candidacy for future elections intensify, it remains to be seen how his strategies and public perception will evolve in light of this outspoken criticism.
As of now, there has been no comment from Newsom regarding Minaj’s statements.
