Nicki Minaj criticizes Gavin Newsom over comments on trans children
TOI GLOBAL | Dec 15, 2025, 21:19 IST
Nicki Minaj has publicly criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom following remarks he made about transgender children, making it clear she would not support him if he seeks the presidency in 2028. The rapper shared a series of posts on X on December 12, responding angrily to Newsom’s recent comments emphasizing the importance of ensuring that transgender children are “healthy, safe, and happy.”
Nicki Minaj publicly called out California Governor Gavin Newsom over comments he made in support of trans children, making it abundantly clear she won't be voting for him if he runs for president in 2028. In a series of angry posts on X on Dec. 12, the rapper fired back at Newsom over comments he made concerning trans children. "Healthy, safe, and happy," Minaj quoted most adults in her enraged message to Newsom, asking if he really thought voters cared about trans children?
Taking to her social media accounts, Minaj continued her attack on Newsom, mocking him for being a product of privilege rather than a product of leadership qualities. She mocked his public image, likening him to an actor named Tom Cruise, thus saying that if he does have a dream to become a president, it will never come to pass because it is impossible. In one of her posts, she joked that "the next mission is impossible," using a horror movie picture for emphasis.
Newsom’s original statements were from an appearance on *The Ezra Klein Show* on December 10, where Newsom touched on the need to support trans rights but with a desire to have fairness in women’s sports. Although he pointed out the controversy surrounding trans athletes, Newsom reiterated not only that he supports trans rights but demonstrated a passion for these rights because he personally has a trans godson and claims to have passed more trans legislation than any other governor in office.
The governor expressed resistance against claims of bigotry when stating that, whilst admitting concerns over fairness in sports, it does not imply a lack of support for transgender rights. He added that he had lost friends and suffered consequences of "cancel culture" because of his belief, but believes in ensuring space for different points of consideration. Minaj's comments are happening in a larger context of criticism towards Newsom from celebrities. Actress Berry recently voiced her disapproval of Newsom's rejection of a menopause bill to improve access to treatment among women. Berry made her comments at a public event where she questioned a potential candidacy for higher office by Newsom based on this particular piece of legislation. Taken in this manner, both Minaj’s criticism and Berry’s comments illustrate a growing awareness on the part of Americans towards Newsom’s policies.
Taking to her social media accounts, Minaj continued her attack on Newsom, mocking him for being a product of privilege rather than a product of leadership qualities. She mocked his public image, likening him to an actor named Tom Cruise, thus saying that if he does have a dream to become a president, it will never come to pass because it is impossible. In one of her posts, she joked that "the next mission is impossible," using a horror movie picture for emphasis.
Newsom’s original statements were from an appearance on *The Ezra Klein Show* on December 10, where Newsom touched on the need to support trans rights but with a desire to have fairness in women’s sports. Although he pointed out the controversy surrounding trans athletes, Newsom reiterated not only that he supports trans rights but demonstrated a passion for these rights because he personally has a trans godson and claims to have passed more trans legislation than any other governor in office.
The governor expressed resistance against claims of bigotry when stating that, whilst admitting concerns over fairness in sports, it does not imply a lack of support for transgender rights. He added that he had lost friends and suffered consequences of "cancel culture" because of his belief, but believes in ensuring space for different points of consideration. Minaj's comments are happening in a larger context of criticism towards Newsom from celebrities. Actress Berry recently voiced her disapproval of Newsom's rejection of a menopause bill to improve access to treatment among women. Berry made her comments at a public event where she questioned a potential candidacy for higher office by Newsom based on this particular piece of legislation. Taken in this manner, both Minaj’s criticism and Berry’s comments illustrate a growing awareness on the part of Americans towards Newsom’s policies.