During a Cabinet meeting on May 27, 2026, President Donald Trump made remarks about Somali immigrants, stating, "they're all crooks." He specifically referenced the impact of Somali immigrants in Minnesota and mentioned Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, calling her "crooked as hell." Trump’s comments came while discussing the work of Vice President JD Vance’s fraud task force. It is unclear what specific accusations he was making against Omar, as her spokesperson did not respond to requests for comment. Trump has previously expressed negative views about Somali immigrants, including comments made in December where he described Minnesota as a "hellhole" due to their presence. He also made disparaging remarks about Somalia, describing it as a place with significant crime and lacking government structure. Omar has publicly responded to Trump's comments, asserting that Somali Americans are a permanent part of the community.
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Trump Criticizes Somali Immigrants During Cabinet Meeting
President Donald Trump criticized Somali immigrants during a Cabinet meeting, calling them "crooks" and referring to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar in a negative light. His remarks reflect a pattern of previous comments targeting Somali immigrants, particularly in Minnesota, where he has linked them to fraud schemes. Omar has countered Trump's statements, emphasizing the resilience of the Somali American community.
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Trump Criticizes Somali Immigrants During Cabinet Meeting