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Trump's Controversial Speech: Somalia Not a Country, Immigration Attacks

1/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a January 20, 2026 White House speech in which he stated that "Somalia is not even a country."
He also criticized what he called "criminal illegal aliens" in Minnesota.
Trump reiterated unfounded claims that countries are sending murderers and mentally impaired individuals to the United States.
His remarks reflect an anti-immigrant stance and have drawn criticism for their inaccuracies.

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a January 20, 2026 White House speech in which he stated that "Somalia is not even a country."
He also criticized what he called "criminal illegal aliens" in Minnesota.
Trump reiterated unfounded claims that countries are sending murderers and mentally impaired individuals to the United States.
His remarks reflect an anti-immigrant stance and have drawn criticism for their inaccuracies.