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Ilhan Omar Surprises by Defending Trump in Europe

10/29/2025

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Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) defended U.S. President Donald Trump during a congressional delegation meeting with European leaders, per Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.).
Luna said a Belgian politician criticized Trump, prompting Omar to say respect for the president is necessary despite policy disagreements.
The episode surprised Luna, given Omar's history with Trump.
Omar is expected to continue her critical stance on immigration and health care.

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Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) defended U.S. President Donald Trump during a congressional delegation meeting with European leaders, per Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.).
Luna said a Belgian politician criticized Trump, prompting Omar to say respect for the president is necessary despite policy disagreements.
The episode surprised Luna, given Omar's history with Trump.
Omar is expected to continue her critical stance on immigration and health care.