Posted 1/30/2024, 10:58:47 PM
Omar's Pledge to Somalis Raises Questions
- Ilhan Omar gave a speech to Somalians vowing to protect Somalia's interests as long as she's in Congress
- She declared herself "Somali first" and said Somalians in the U.S. must direct American policy
- The speech was condemned by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who called for her deportation
- Omar has previously been accused of antisemitism for comments about pro-Israel politicians' "dual loyalty"
- In her speech she also opposed plans for Ethiopia to make a sea access deal with the breakaway Somalian province of Somaliland