Summary
President Donald Trump made remarks criticizing Somali immigrants in the United States, and federal authorities plan an immigration crackdown targeting undocumented Somalis in Minnesota. Trump expressed negative views about Somali immigrants and indicated plans for increased immigration enforcement in Somali communities.
Key Facts
- President Trump criticized Somali immigrants, saying they contribute nothing to the U.S.
- Federal authorities plan an immigration crackdown on undocumented Somalis in Minnesota.
- Trump’s remarks included calling Somali immigrants derogatory terms.
- ICE will reportedly conduct operations in Somali neighborhoods in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
- Trump has previously targeted Somali immigrants and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar with negative statements.
- The U.S. has paused immigration from 19 countries considered "high risk" after a recent shooting incident.
- The Trump administration has reduced the U.S. refugee admission cap to its lowest since the 1980 Refugee Act.
