Nicki Minaj has reignited debate about her political stance after publicly thanking President Donald Trump for his comments on religious persecution in Nigeria.

Newsweek reached out to Minaj's representative via email for comment on Monday outside regular working hours.

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With over 43.6 million views on her social media post, the 42-year-old rapper's message has drawn significant attention to the intersection of celebrity, politics and human rights, particularly regarding claims of violence against Christians in one of Africa’s most populous nations. The note also raises underlying questions about the influence of artists in shaping public discourse on sensitive international issues and political figures as the U.S. approaches another pivotal election season.

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