Trump Suggests Rep. Ilhan Omar Tied to ISIS in Somalia Post/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President Trump intensified his feud with Rep. Ilhan Omar by implying on social media that she might be connected to ISIS activity in Somalia. Omar, the first Somali American in Congress, has long faced baseless attacks from Trump. The latest remarks come amid heightened tensions over immigration and national security policy.
Trump-Omar Feud Escalation Quick Looks
- Trump insinuated Rep. Ilhan Omar may be connected to ISIS strikes in Somalia.
- He posted a news article about U.S. airstrikes and questioned if Omar was there to “protect her corrupt ‘homeland.’”
- Omar fled Somalia as a child and became a U.S. citizen in 2000.
- Trump has frequently attacked Omar without evidence, calling her “garbage” and demanding her deportation.
- DOJ has not confirmed any investigation despite Trump’s claim about Omar’s wealth.
- Omar has accused Trump of inciting hate and enabling political violence.
- A man recently assaulted Omar at a town hall; Trump claimed she staged the event.
- Tensions rise as Trump’s immigration crackdown intensifies in Minnesota.
- Omar continues to advocate for ICE abolition and challenge Trump’s rhetoric.
- The U.S. military recently conducted strikes on ISIS targets in Somalia’s Golis Mountains.
Deep Look: Trump Renews Attacks on Ilhan Omar with Baseless ISIS Claim
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has once again escalated his long-standing feud with Rep. Ilhan Omar, this time by suggesting — without evidence — that the congresswoman might be aligned with ISIS, referencing her Somali heritage in a provocative social media post. On Tuesday, Trump Posts:
Trump shared a report on Truth Social detailing a recent U.S. military strike against ISIS leaders in Somalia, adding a caption that read:
“Was Ilhan Omar there to protect her corrupt ‘homeland?’”
The post drew immediate criticism for baselessly implying that a sitting U.S. congresswoman supports terrorism, reinforcing a pattern of inflammatory rhetoric Trump has often directed at Omar, a Somali-born Muslim and progressive Democrat from Minnesota.
Omar’s Background and Citizenship
Ilhan Omar, 43, was born in Somalia and fled the country as a child, eventually arriving in the United States after spending years in a Kenyan refugee camp. She became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2000 and later made history as the first Somali American elected to Congress.
Despite her credentials and long-standing public service, Trump has repeatedly attacked her with accusations ranging from fraud to treason, none of which have been substantiated. He has referred to her as “garbage,” called for her deportation, and has mocked her Muslim faith, including her wearing of the hijab.
Trump’s Escalating Rhetoric and DOJ Claims
Trump recently claimed the Justice Department would investigate Omar, citing a rise in her net worth. However, Omar’s office stated it has received no communication from the DOJ, and no official inquiry has been confirmed.
The White House offered no additional comment beyond pointing to Trump’s own social media post.
Omar has pushed back, accusing the president of being “obsessed” with her and fueling dangerous misinformation. “Reprehensible rhetoric like this enables violence against people like me,” she previously said.
Rising Tensions and Real-World Consequences
Omar has also been the target of physical aggression. At a recent town hall, a man assaulted her with a liquid mixture of water and apple cider vinegar. Trump, instead of condemning the attack, suggested it may have been staged by Omar herself.
The man was arrested and charged with assaulting or impeding a federal official.
The incident further fueled concerns that Trump’s language is inciting hostility toward elected officials — particularly women of color and Muslim Americans.
U.S. Military Activity in Somalia
Meanwhile, the U.S. continues targeted military operations in Somalia against ISIS-affiliated groups. The latest strike occurred near the Golis Mountains, as confirmed by U.S. Africa Command. Trump’s post attempted to link Omar to these military actions solely based on her Somali heritage.
Omar, a frequent critic of U.S. military policy abroad and a strong advocate for immigration reform, has opposed Trump’s broader immigration agenda, including calls to abolish ICE and defend refugee rights. She recently condemned Trump’s immigration policies after an ICE shooting in Minneapolis led to the death of Renee Good, a case in which Trump labeled Good a “domestic terrorist.”
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