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Ilhan Omar’s “World War Eleven” Gaffe Sparks Online Mockery

4/29/2026

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A resurfaced video of Rep. Ilhan Omar calling World War II “World War Eleven” sparked media ridicule.
Rep. Ilhan Omar misspoke while discussing repeal of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act and later corrected the error.
U.S. President Donald Trump previously labeled Omar “Low IQ Ilhan Omar” in a Truth Social post, adding criticism.
Users on X, including Libs of TikTok and influencer Sarah Sizzle, posted insults and memes mocking the gaffe.

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Story summary

A resurfaced video of Rep. Ilhan Omar calling World War II “World War Eleven” sparked media ridicule.
Rep. Ilhan Omar misspoke while discussing repeal of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act and later corrected the error.
U.S. President Donald Trump previously labeled Omar “Low IQ Ilhan Omar” in a Truth Social post, adding criticism.
Users on X, including Libs of TikTok and influencer Sarah Sizzle, posted insults and memes mocking the gaffe.