Donald Trump made a controversial comment about Nicki Minaj's physique at a Republican rally in Michigan

U.S. President Donald Trump prompted laughter and applause at a Republican rally held in Michigan, where he invited rapper Nicki Minaj, one of his outspoken supporters, to attend. The event took place in the context of the campaign for Republican candidates in the midterm elections, scheduled for November 3.

After the artist’s remarks, during which she wore a gold suit, Trump asked her to stand and commented on her physique, saying he had noticed “a devilishly magnificent posterior.” The president added that it was “hard to miss” and said he hoped Minaj had not felt insulted.

The rapper did not appear affected by the remark. She rallied the audience to chant Trump’s name and those of several local Republican candidates and promised the president her support “forever and always.”

Nicki Minaj frequently describes herself as one of Donald Trump’s biggest fans. The clip was later shared by White House communications director Steven Cheung, who jokingly suggested that the artist could become the administration’s next press secretary.