A new wave of immigration policies is sparking debate as President Trump directly targeted Democrat Representative Ilhan Omar in a recent video, calling her “garbage” while criticizing her stance on Somali immigration issues.
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Story Snapshot
- President Trump criticized Rep. Ilhan Omar, calling her “garbage” and suggesting that Somalis should return to their home country.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem proposed a travel ban affecting approximately 30 countries.
- Trump’s remarks coincide with planned ICE operations in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
- Critics argue that Trump’s comments unfairly target the Somali community in Minnesota.
Trump’s Controversial Comments on Ilhan Omar
During a recent Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump openly criticized Rep. Ilhan Omar, labeling her as “garbage” and suggesting that Somalis should “go back to where they came from.”
Trump’s remarks were part of a broader discussion on immigration policies and national security. He expressed that countries like Somalia lack structure and contribute little to the U.S., reinforcing his stance on tightening immigration.
President Trump emphasized his disdain for Omar, a Somali American and progressive Democrat, stating she is an “incompetent person” who “hates everybody.” This is not the first time Trump has targeted Omar, reflecting ongoing tensions between the two.
Trump OBLITERATES Somalian migrants and Ilhan Omar:
"We're going to go the wrong way if we keep taking in garbage into our country. Ilhan Omar is garbage. She's GARBAGE… and they complain and do nothing but b*tch." pic.twitter.com/DiByu7NAnV
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) December 2, 2025
Proposed Travel Ban and ICE Operations
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a recommendation for a travel ban affecting about 30 countries perceived as threats to U.S. security. This move aligns with Trump’s rhetoric on limiting immigration from nations deemed problematic. The proposed ban is part of a strategy to curb illegal immigration and ensure national safety.
Coinciding with these developments, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. While ICE officials claim the operations do not specifically target the Somali community, there is concern about the impact on Somali residents in the region.
Reactions and Criticisms
Critics of Trump’s statements argue that his comments unfairly demonize the Somali community in Minnesota, which numbers around 80,000. Minnesota’s Governor, Tim Walz, pushed back against Trump’s assertions, highlighting the positive contributions of Somali Americans and condemning the blanket characterizations made by the President.
Walz, who is also the 2024 Democrat vice-presidential nominee, emphasized that the fraud cases cited by Trump are the actions of a minority and do not reflect the entire community. He accuses Trump of using divisive rhetoric rather than seeking solutions to the underlying issues.
