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Rep. Ilhan Omar responds to 'creepy' Trump calling her 'garbage'

Omar called Trump's focus on her “creepy” and said she hoped he would get help.

Rep. Ilhan Omar responds to 'creepy' Trump calling her 'garbage'
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This article1 analysis · Oct 12, 2026
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Ilhan Omar responded on social media after President Donald Trump called her and Somali Americans “garbage” during a Cabinet meeting. The article also describes Trump’s past attacks and the unsubstantiated allegations that preceded his latest comments.

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Minnesota representative responding to Trump's remarks

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President who made derogatory remarks about Omar and Somali Americans

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Trump's Comments About Somalia Prompt Ilhan Omar's Response

Outlets report that Trump called Omar garbage in comments about her and Somalia, and Omar responded publicly. Left-leaning outlets emphasize Omar's rebuke of Trump's remarks. Center outlets present the back-and-forth and a revived allegation about her marriage. Right-leaning outlets scrutinize Omar's replies, including her denial and wording.

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