08.05.2026 00:41
US President Donald Trump used harsh words against Somalia and Somali-born House of Representatives member Ilhan Omar. Trump said, 'Somalia... filthy, dirty, disgustingly dirty. A horrible place. Congresswoman Omar comes from Somalia and tells us how to run the US,' sparking reactions.
US President Donald Trump sparked controversy with his remarks about Somali-born House member Ilhan Omar and Somalia. In a speech at an event, Trump used language targeting both Omar and Somalia.
“THE WORST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD”
In his assessment of Somalia, Trump said, “Somalia… dirty, filthy, disgustingly dirty. A terrible place.” Continuing his harsh criticism of the country, Trump stated, “They have nothing good. They say it’s the worst country in the world.”
TARGETED ILHAN OMAR
Directly targeting Ilhan Omar, Trump criticized, “She tells us how we should run the US.” Referring to Omar’s influence in the US, Trump said, “They come here and Ilhan Omar… Have you ever heard of her? She leads this. Can you imagine?”
EMPHASIS ON CRIME AND POVERTY
Also using harsh language about living conditions in Somalia, Trump said, “There is nothing there but crime, poverty, and filth. Everything is terrible. Nothing good.”
SAID “THE WORST”
Continuing his speech, Trump said of Somalia, “They say it’s the worst country anywhere in the world. We have some ‘beauties’ out there, but this one is the worst.”