Nicki Minaj Navigates Defamation Lawsuit, Lawyer Departures, and Social Media Scrutiny

Nicki Minaj is currently embroiled in a $10 million defamation lawsuit and has experienced a series of setbacks in her legal representation, alongside concerns regarding inauthentic activity on her social media accounts. These challenges reach as the rapper continues to engage in public political commentary.

Second Attorney Withdraws from Defamation Case

The rapper has lost her second attorney, Matthew Abbott, in the defamation lawsuit filed by former fan Tameer Peak. Abbott filed a motion to withdraw from the case, citing a complete breakdown in communication with Minaj as reported by Yahoo Entertainment. This development follows the departure of her longtime lawyer, Judd Burstein, in late 2025.

According to court documents, Abbott and Minaj’s fresh management company have made multiple attempts to contact the rapper and her accountants via text and email without success as detailed by Hot97. The court has set a deadline for Minaj to respond to her lawyer’s request to withdraw.

Lawsuit Details and Financial Implications

The lawsuit, brought by Tameer Peak, alleges false accusations made by Minaj regarding criminal conduct and stalking. The $10 million figure represents a significant financial and reputational risk for the artist .

Social Media Authenticity Questioned

A recent study by Cyabra, an Israeli disinformation security company, revealed a significant number of fake accounts amplifying Minaj’s posts on X (formerly Twitter) . The study, titled “Coordinated Inauthentic Amplification of Political Discourse on Nicki Minaj’s X Account,” focused on the amplification of her political commentary.

Political Commentary and Online Activity

Minaj has increasingly used her platform to express right-wing political views, including discussions about Voter ID regulations and hesitancy around the COVID-19 vaccine. The study suggests a “materially elevated level of inauthentic activity” in the comment sections of these posts .

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.