MAGA Rapper Nicki Minaj Makes Embarrassing Appearance at Elon Musk’s Failed Rocket Launch
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Key Points:
- Nicki Minaj attended the failed uncrewed launch of SpaceX’s Starship V3 at Starbase in Boca Chica Beach, Texas, where the launch was canceled due to a malfunctioning hydraulic pin on the launch tower.
- Elon Musk confirmed a second launch attempt was planned for the following day at 5:30 CT, while SpaceX continues to face setbacks with multiple Starship flight tests ending in failure.
- Minaj praised Musk and expressed support for former President Donald Trump, aligning herself with MAGA figures and increasing her political involvement ahead of the 2025 midterm elections.
- The failed launch comes at a sensitive time for SpaceX as it prepares for its Nasdaq initial public offering, which could make Musk the first trillionaire.
- Minaj has positioned herself as a prominent MAGA supporter, stating she is willing to do whatever Trump asks and claiming to be a catalyst for change among celebrities who share her views but remain silent.