Nicki Minaj’s “Trump Gold Card” was not a visa or citizenship approval, white house official says the card was a physical memento with no legal value

A White House official has clarified that Nicki Minaj’s so-called “Trump Gold Card” was not a visa, residency permit, or citizenship approval — but rather a physical memento with no legal or governmental value.

The clarification comes after online speculation suggested the card represented some form of immigration privilege or official status. According to the official, the item was purely symbolic and does not grant any rights, benefits, or legal standing under U.S. immigration law.

“There is no such visa or citizenship program connected to this card,” the official stated, emphasizing that it should not be confused with legitimate government documentation.

Social media reactions were mixed, with some users feeling misled by the viral narrative, while others criticized how quickly misinformation spread without verification.

The statement serves as a reminder that official immigration status can only be granted through formal legal processes, not commemorative items or novelty cards.