Nicki Minaj has publicly criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul in the final days of the state’s gubernatorial race. The rapper’s remarks drew a sharp response from Hochul during a campaign stop. Their exchange has drawn additional attention to the gubernatorial race.
Kathy Hochul tells Nicki Minaj to stop attending Donald Trump rallies
According to ABC7 New York, the dispute began after Minaj shared a social media post attacking Hochul. The rapper has increasingly voiced support for Donald Trump and Republican candidates. Her message criticized Hochul’s leadership and political decisions.
“Kathy Hochul is an evil woman,” Minaj wrote in her post. She also argued that the Democratic Party should reconsider supporting the governor. Minaj warned that Hochul would face consequences for what the rapper described as her failure to condemn wrongdoing.
The rapper continued her criticism by accusing Hochul of keeping “horrible company.” She also questioned the governor’s response to alleged wrongdoing. Minaj did not soften her language in the lengthy social media message.
Hochul responded when reporters asked about the comments during a campaign stop in Albany. Rather than ignoring the criticism, the governor directly addressed Minaj’s recent political appearances. She specifically mentioned Minaj’s attendance at Trump’s rallies.
“I think she should ought to get outside and get offline a little more,” Hochul said. She then added, “And stop going to Trump rallies because it’s poisoning your mind.” The governor’s remarks quickly became another flashpoint in their public exchange.
Minaj appeared alongside Trump at a rally in Michigan earlier that week. She has also encouraged young voters to “vote red” in the upcoming election. Her current political stance contrasts with her previous endorsement of Hochul.
Republican gubernatorial challenger Bruce Blakeman also weighed in on the dispute. He posted a message directed at Minaj, writing, “Nicki, I’ve got the U-Haul ready.” He followed by saying it was time to “fire the worst governor in America.” Both candidates are making their final campaign push ahead of the November 3 election.
