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Utah Governor Condemns Trump's Racist Remarks on Omar

12/12/2025

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Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for racist remarks about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.).
Cox said he disagrees with Omar but opposes attacking her race or religion.
He added that unity cannot be achieved by leaders alone and requires collective effort.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) echoed the sentiment.
Shapiro urged Trump to promote moral clarity.

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Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for racist remarks about Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.).
Cox said he disagrees with Omar but opposes attacking her race or religion.
He added that unity cannot be achieved by leaders alone and requires collective effort.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) echoed the sentiment.
Shapiro urged Trump to promote moral clarity.