Former US President Donald Trump has launched a strongly worded attack against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, combining religious criticism with his immigration policy agenda. The controversial statements came through his Truth Social platform on Friday, following the identification of a White House shooting suspect as being from Afghanistan.
The Controversial Social Media Post
In his post, Trump described Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as "seriously retarded" and accused him of inaction "through fear, incompetence, or both." The former president then turned his attention to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, making several inflammatory remarks about her religious attire and background.
Trump specifically referenced Omar's hijab, calling it "swaddling" clothing, and repeated unverified claims about her personal life. He stated that she "probably came into the USA illegally" and made allegations about marriage to her brother, though multiple investigations have found no evidence supporting this claim.
Background of the Controversial Claims
The allegation about Congresswoman Omar marrying her biological brother first appeared in 2016 on a Somali-American forum. Conservative activists and media personalities later amplified the rumor, despite the absence of verified evidence. Fact-checking organizations have repeatedly investigated and debunked these claims.
Trump's post also included criticism of Omar's country of origin, describing it as "decadent, backward, and crime ridden nation" that lacks proper government infrastructure. He accused the congresswoman of complaining about the United States while representing a troubled nation.
New Immigration Policy Announcement
Alongside his personal attacks, Trump made a significant policy announcement, declaring his intention to "permanently ban migration from all third world countries." This statement comes amid his broader immigration crackdown efforts and follows the identification of the White House shooting suspect's Afghan origins.
The former president's comments have sparked immediate controversy, with critics calling them Islamophobic and factually inaccurate. Supporters, however, have praised his tough stance on immigration and national security.
This incident represents the latest chapter in the ongoing political tensions between Trump and progressive Democratic lawmakers, particularly those from immigrant backgrounds. The timing of these statements, coming after a security incident at the White House, has added to the political significance of the remarks.
