Trump Escalates Racist Rhetoric Against Somalis, Minneapolis Stands Firm in Support of Community
In a bizarre display of xenophobia, President Donald Trump unleashed another scathing attack on the Somali community, labeling them "garbage" and claiming that they have drained billions of dollars from the US. The vitriolic comments were met with swift condemnation from Minneapolis activists, who are fighting to protect their community from further targeting by federal agents.
Mayor Jacob Frey took bold action in response, issuing an executive order that prohibits city agencies from cooperating with immigration enforcement efforts and directs local businesses to display clear signage indicating that federal agents are not welcome on their premises. The move was seen as a significant step forward for the Somali community, which has long been unfairly targeted by law enforcement.
However, the Trump administration is pushing back, with plans to deploy more federal agents into Minneapolis to target Somalis, particularly those facing deportation. Local activists are bracing for the impact, conducting training sessions on immigration rights and planning strategies to support their neighbors.
Despite the escalating rhetoric, Minneapolis has made it clear that it stands firmly behind its Somali community, with many residents showing their solidarity through small acts of defiance. Business owners have begun handing out whistles to alert customers when federal agents are present, while activists have set up hotlines for reporting ICE activity.
The local Somali community has been rocked by similar attacks in the past, including a high-profile fraud scheme involving dozens of Somali residents. However, this latest wave of targeting seems to be driven more by xenophobic sentiment than any concrete evidence of wrongdoing.
"I never thought there would be a time where I will tell my community to carry their passport around because if you look Somali you might be stopped by ICE," said Jamal Osman, a Minneapolis city council member who is Somali. The comments are eerily reminiscent of Nazi Germany, and highlight the disturbing parallels between Trump's rhetoric and that of some far-right groups.
The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota has vowed to support the Somali community, urging non-citizens to know their immigration status and exercise their rights in the face of intimidation. As tensions continue to escalate, one thing is clear: Minneapolis will not back down in its commitment to protecting its most vulnerable residents.
In a bizarre display of xenophobia, President Donald Trump unleashed another scathing attack on the Somali community, labeling them "garbage" and claiming that they have drained billions of dollars from the US. The vitriolic comments were met with swift condemnation from Minneapolis activists, who are fighting to protect their community from further targeting by federal agents.
Mayor Jacob Frey took bold action in response, issuing an executive order that prohibits city agencies from cooperating with immigration enforcement efforts and directs local businesses to display clear signage indicating that federal agents are not welcome on their premises. The move was seen as a significant step forward for the Somali community, which has long been unfairly targeted by law enforcement.
However, the Trump administration is pushing back, with plans to deploy more federal agents into Minneapolis to target Somalis, particularly those facing deportation. Local activists are bracing for the impact, conducting training sessions on immigration rights and planning strategies to support their neighbors.
Despite the escalating rhetoric, Minneapolis has made it clear that it stands firmly behind its Somali community, with many residents showing their solidarity through small acts of defiance. Business owners have begun handing out whistles to alert customers when federal agents are present, while activists have set up hotlines for reporting ICE activity.
The local Somali community has been rocked by similar attacks in the past, including a high-profile fraud scheme involving dozens of Somali residents. However, this latest wave of targeting seems to be driven more by xenophobic sentiment than any concrete evidence of wrongdoing.
"I never thought there would be a time where I will tell my community to carry their passport around because if you look Somali you might be stopped by ICE," said Jamal Osman, a Minneapolis city council member who is Somali. The comments are eerily reminiscent of Nazi Germany, and highlight the disturbing parallels between Trump's rhetoric and that of some far-right groups.
The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota has vowed to support the Somali community, urging non-citizens to know their immigration status and exercise their rights in the face of intimidation. As tensions continue to escalate, one thing is clear: Minneapolis will not back down in its commitment to protecting its most vulnerable residents.
this is getting so out of hand... trump's rhetoric is literally toxic 
it's like he's trying to stir up hate against an entire community. minneapolis though is standing strong and showing them love 
i mean, who wouldn't want to support a community that's already got enough struggles? 
the mayor's move to prohibit city agencies from cooperating with immigration enforcement is total bravery 
and those business owners handing out whistles are just genius 
it's about time we start fighting back against xenophobia and making our communities safer for everyone 
he's so extra. but seriously though minneapolis is standin up for their community and that's dope 
mayor frey's executive order was a good move, now federal agents gotta get written permission to come into the city or face a whack fine 
but what's with trump thinkin he can just deploy more agents like it's no big deal? doesn't he know that minneapolis is all about love and acceptance 
the somali community deserves so much better than this trash talk 
we need more people to speak out against racism & xenophobia! let's make some noise 
he's literally attacking an entire community like they're garbage... and minneapolis is standing firm against him 
. i'm so proud of the minneapolis community for showing their solidarity & fighting back in any way they can 
. Minneapolis is taking a stand for what's right, and I'm all for it 
. Those Somali folks are already in a tough spot, and now they're being targeted again by federal agents? It's just not fair 
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That's some crazy stuff right there. I mean, what's next? Armed guards at every door? It's like, can't we all just get along and respect each other's differences? 
. We should be able to live in a country where everyone feels welcome and included, not like we're under some kind of siege 
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Trump's actions are getting out of hand, like he thinks Somali ppl r just a bunch of immigrants 2day & dont deserve respect 
Newsflash, dude: people come from all over the world 4 a reason, incl Somalis! They bring unique perspectives & skills 2 our communities. We shd b standin against this kind of hate speech & xenophobia 
, we got some real heroes 
. Exec orders & public awareness campaigns r key t showin that we care & won't let fear dictate our actions 
, like Jewish ppl in Nazi Germany 
. This ain't just about immigrants; it's about human rights & dignity 
this is getting outta hand... Trump's hate speech is straight up disgusting 
and it's time someone speaks out against it! I'm so proud of Mayor Frey for taking a stand and supporting the Somali community 
. It's not about immigration, it's about basic human rights... can't we just treat each other like humans? 
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It's time for Trump to focus on actual issues that matter, like economic inequality or climate change... anything else is just noise 
. Let's keep our community safe and welcoming for everyone! 
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. I mean, who needs that kind of stress in their lives? And the Immigrant Law Center's hotline is a great resource - people need to know they have support if they're being targeted or harassed 
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