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Ilhan Omar Slams Trump’s 'Disgusting' Somali Comments

12/8/2025

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On December 7, 2025, Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed immigration policy during a Face the Nation interview.
She criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments about Somalis as "disgusting."
Omar defended the Somali community, noting 95% are U.S. citizens and contribute to society.
She addressed claims linking Somali immigrants to terrorism, saying these accusations lack evidence.
Omar called for accountability for any wrongdoing and condemned the president's rhetoric as potentially inciting danger.

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On December 7, 2025, Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed immigration policy during a Face the Nation interview.
She criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments about Somalis as "disgusting."
Omar defended the Somali community, noting 95% are U.S. citizens and contribute to society.
She addressed claims linking Somali immigrants to terrorism, saying these accusations lack evidence.
Omar called for accountability for any wrongdoing and condemned the president's rhetoric as potentially inciting danger.