New calls are pouring for Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) to be expelled from the House after her remarks about her home state, telling a group of Somalis that she is advocating for the country over the United States.
This week, Omar sparked controversy while delivering remarks for a crowd of Somalians at a Minnesota hotel.
The liberal Squad explained her work in Congress to represent Somalians and push back against formal recognition of Somaliland.
“A couple of days ago, we heard some people who call themselves Somalis (Somaliland) or claim to be Somalis have signed a [memorandum of understanding] with Ethiopia on access to the sea… Many Somalians have personally called me to encourage me to speak to the U.S. government and help Somalia,” Omar said.
“The U.S. government will only do what Somalians in the U.S. tell them to do,” she continued.
“They must do what we want and nothing else… The U.S. is a country where one of your daughters (myself) is in Congress to represent your interests.”
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Ilhan Omar tells a crowd of Somalians that her top priority is to put Somalia first and expand its territory
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) January 28, 2024
"The US government will do what we want, nothing else. They must follow our orders. That is how we safeguard the interest of Somalia."
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“Sleep in comfort, knowing I am here to protect the interests of Somalia from inside the U.S. system… Together we will protect the interests of Somalia.”
Doesn’t sound loyal to the United States
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 30, 2024
Omar’s comments came amid recent tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia concerning Somaliland.
According to reports, Ethiopia reached an agreement with Somaliland, which involved recognizing the enclave as an independent nation separate from Somalia.
However, the government of Somalia rejected the agreement.
“There is no space for mediation unless Ethiopia retracts its illegal [memorandum of understanding] and reaffirms the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia,” the government noted in a statement.
Omar referred to the agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland: “A few days ago, we heard the news about some people claiming to be Somalis getting into an agreement with Ethiopia.”
She noted further, per the Daily Wire:
I got calls from a lot of people saying, “Ilhan, you need to talk to the U.S. government; what is the government of the U.S. doing?'” My answer to their question was that the U.S. government would do what we tell them to do about it.
We need to be confident in ourselves. We live in this country; it is the country that we pay taxes to, and it is the country that one of your daughters is in. As long as I am in the U.S. Congress, no one will take away the Somali sea or water. And I will not support the U.S. government in supporting other people to rob us.
Rest assured that it will not happen, Minnesota. The lady that you sent to Congress knows about you, and she feels your interest like you all do.
She then thanked Somali President Hassan Sheikh for “reminding everyone that even if Somalia is in crisis, we are people of talent who know their country and whose country cannot be put in danger.”
“I want to congratulate the Somalis in Minnesota and the Somalis everywhere on how you all are united and how you all supported our President, who needs our support,” she concluded, per the outlet.
“Somalia is Somalia, and Somalis are all one; we are all brothers and sisters. No one can divide our land; we are missing land, and we will search for it soon. No one will divide whatever land that we have now.”
As The Conservative Brief noted: “The translation of Omar’s comments in the viral video clip closely corresponds with the translation provided to The Daily Wire, conveying her primary message, which is that she emphasizes her advocacy for her homeland from within the U.S. Congress, suggesting it is among her foremost priorities if not her utmost one.”
Now, several Republicans have called on Congress to expel Omar.
“Expel from Congress, denaturalize and deport!” said Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
“Listen to it all,” added Donald Trump Jr. “It’s not hyperbole when we say our representatives are putting America last.”
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) added:
“Ilhan Omar’s appalling, Somalia-first comments are a slap in the face to the Minnesotans she was elected to serve and a direct violation of her oath of office. She should resign in disgrace.”
“What if @Ilhan fought for Somalia from Somalia?” asked Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA). “Might be time to discuss expelling another member of Congress.”
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) weighed in:
“She flaunts using her position as congresswoman to protect Somalia’s border while our border is invaded by MILLIONS of illegals who are a danger to America.”
Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) posted on the X platform:
“Terrorist sympathizer Ilhan Omar has shown her true colors. Her treasonous comments and allegiance to Somalia are a violation of her oath of office. Our elected officials have a duty to our nation and our nation only. We must be vigilant when deciding who is allowed to enter our country.”
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