Almost Every Somali Family with Kids Relies on Welfare
Welfare Assistance Among Somali Refugee Households in Minnesota Recent findings indicate that a significant majority—over 80%—of households led by Somali refugees in Minnesota receive some form of welfare funded by U.S. taxpayers, according to new data from the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS). This data, which aggregates ten years of information from the Census Bureau’s […]
Democrats Cheer as Gov. Tim Walz Vows to Accept More Somali Migrants in Minnesota
At a party fundraising event in Seattle, Minnesota’s Democratic Governor Tim Walz received a warm standing ovation after he pledged to support Somali immigrants who may be vulnerable to scams. During a luncheon organized by Governor Bob Ferguson of Washington, Walz addressed the criticism facing Minnesota’s Somali community, which has been accused of causing significant […]
David Marcus: Minnesota fraud scandal brings up new concerns about Somali political influence
Changes in Minneapolis’ Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Minneapolis’ Cedar-Riverside area, nestled between busy freeway overpasses and downtown, has become a stronghold for Somali immigrants, forming an enclave that feels much more Somali than American. On Main Street, you can spot the remnants of former non-Somali businesses that have shuttered, like Western World, a clothing supplier operating since […]
Authorities use pepper spray on crowd in Somali area of Minneapolis after $1 billion scam in Minnesota
On Tuesday, federal agents resorted to using pepper spray to push their way through a crowd that impeded vehicles while they checked IDs in a predominantly Somali area of Minneapolis. This comes as the Trump administration escalates efforts against the local community. Jamal Osman, a Somali-American City Council member, and an AP videographer, observed the […]
Trump Dismisses Somali Immigrants Married to Their Siblings
Trump’s Remarks on Ilhan Omar During Interview In a recent conversation with Politico’s Dasha Burns, President Trump made remarks that targeted Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota), who has been linked to accusations regarding her marriage to a family member. The discussion began when Trump praised the success of the Venezuelan immigrant community in Doral, Florida. Burns […]
Somali Immigration to the U.S. ‘Largest Refugee Scam Crisis in Recent History’
Fraud in Somali Immigration to the U.S. A decade of immigration from Somalia to the United States faced significant challenges with widespread fraud, according to insights from retired federal officials and those from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The P-3 refugee program, established through the Refugee Act of 1980, enables the spouses, unmarried children, and […]
Warlord, violence, and misuse of taxpayer money: Somali plan reportedly steals millions from Maine Medicaid to support overseas military
Allegations of Fraud in Minnesota and Beyond Minnesota isn’t the only state grappling with claims of widespread fraud within the Somali community. A separate multimillion-dollar healthcare scandal came to light elsewhere after a whistleblower exposed serious corruption. The whistleblower, Christopher Bernardini, was associated with Gateway Community Services, a health services contractor, from May 2018 until […]
Vermont school raises Somali flag, ignites debate on social media
Controversy Ignited by Somali Flag in Vermont School District A rural school district in Vermont recently raised a Somali flag, stirring debate on social media, especially in light of ongoing issues within Minnesota’s Somali community. This act prompted criticism from the chairman of the Vermont Republican Party. “I don’t quite understand why K-12 schools prioritize […]
Vermont school district causes anger by raising Somali flag on school grounds
School District Faces Backlash Over Somali Flag Display A Vermont school district has stirred significant controversy after raising a Somali flag on campus. The Winooski School District, situated near Burlington, has around 9% of its students from Somali backgrounds. The school hoisted the light blue flag on Monday to “honor Somali Youth and Their Families […]
Family of Somali ISIS leader residing in taxpayer-supported apartment in the UK, according to a report
The wife and children of the Somali ISIS leader are said to be living in accommodation funded by British taxpayers. Abdul Kadir Mumin, who is regarded as the leader of the Islamic State terrorist group, has a wife and three children residing in a council flat located in Slough, a town in southeastern England. This […]