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Democratic Governor Tim Walz has denounced former President Donald Trump for his comments about Minnesota’s Somali community.
The president said on Tuesday that he doesn't "want them in our country."
Trump blasted Somali immigrants as 'garbage' he doesn't want in the country. But Minnesota officials called the criticism 'racism' and 'un-American.'
Recent statements by President Donald Trump and top administration officials disparaging Minnesota's large Somali community have focused renewed attention on the immigrants from the war-torn east African country and their descendants.
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Somali leaders call for heritage month amid Trump concerns
The Somali community in Minnesota is voicing concerns about President Donald Trump's rhetoric, fearing it could pose dangers to their community.
The operation will target Somalis living in the US illegally, US media report. It comes after the president said he doesn't want Somali migrants in the country.
Trump calls Twin Cities Somali community "garbage" during cabinet meeting as reports emerge of planned ICE enforcement sweep targeting Minneapolis area.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D) on Wednesday shot back at President Trump after the president called him a “fool” amid tensions between Minnesota officials and the White House over Somali
President Donald Trump posted a series of anti-immigration Thanksgiving messages on Truth Social. One of them contained the 'r word' slur. See posts.
Gov. Tim Walz fired back at President Trump on Sunday as he was asked whether he took responsibility for failing to stop fraud in Minnesota, defending Somali community against president's attacks.