Politics · October 8, 2026
Trump tells Minnesotans to ‘fight back’ against Somali immigrants, vows federal backup
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Former President Donald Trump issued a statement on Truth Social calling for residents of Minnesota to 'fight back' against Somali immigrants, whom he accused of bringing 'mayhem' and violence to the state. Trump criticized Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for their handling of the situation, characterizing the state government as incompetent. He further pledged that the federal government would provide assistance if requested. These comments follow recent law enforcement actions in the state, including an FBI sting involving a Somali-American teenager and previous ICE operations targeting illegal immigration and public funds fraud.
Former President Donald Trump issued a statement on Truth Social calling for residents of Minnesota to 'fight back' against Somali immigrants, whom he accused of bringing 'mayhem' and violence to the state. Trump criticized Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for their handling of the situation, characterizing the state government as incompetent. He further pledged that the federal government would provide assistance if requested. These comments follow recent law enforcement actions in the state, including an FBI sting involving a Somali-American teenager and previous ICE operations targeting illegal immigration and public funds fraud.