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Vance Claims Somali Communities Fuel Nationwide Welfare Fraud

1/10/2026

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Vice President JD Vance criticized Somali communities on Fox News, claiming they contribute to welfare fraud.
He asserted that 85% of Somalis in Minnesota rely on welfare, indicating vetting failures.
Vance warned that similar fraud schemes could emerge nationwide, especially in California.
U.S. President Donald Trump echoed Vance's sentiments, opposing the Somali population and calling for accountability.

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Vice President JD Vance criticized Somali communities on Fox News, claiming they contribute to welfare fraud.
He asserted that 85% of Somalis in Minnesota rely on welfare, indicating vetting failures.
Vance warned that similar fraud schemes could emerge nationwide, especially in California.
U.S. President Donald Trump echoed Vance's sentiments, opposing the Somali population and calling for accountability.