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Nicki Minaj's Husband and Brother's Criminal Records: What to Know

Nicki Minaj's Husband and Brother's Criminal Records: What to Know

Summary

Nicki Minaj has recently shown support for President Donald Trump, leading to criticism that she might be seeking pardons for her husband, Kenneth Petty, and her brother, Jelani Maraj. Both men have criminal records, with Petty convicted as a sex offender and Maraj serving a life sentence for rape.

Key Facts

  • Nicki Minaj has expressed her support for President Trump, calling herself a big fan.
  • Critics suggest her support for Trump might be linked to seeking pardons for her husband and brother.
  • Kenneth Petty, Minaj’s husband, was convicted in 1995 for raping a 16-year-old girl.
  • Jelani Maraj, Minaj’s brother, was sentenced to 25 years to life in 2020 for raping an 11-year-old.
  • Minaj has openly responded to criticism regarding her husband’s past.
  • Minaj was once critical of Trump but has shifted her stance over recent months.

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