Omar Fateh responds to Vance’s ‘mayor of Mogadishu’ comment made in Turning Point speech

Thehill
2025.12.22 04:20
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Vice President Vance criticized Minnesota state Sen. Omar Fateh, calling him "mayor of Mogadishu" during a speech, referencing Fateh's failed mayoral bid. Fateh responded by highlighting his family's American roots and his pride in representing Minneapolis. Sen. Ruben Gallego also mocked Vance's comments. Fateh, supported by Rep. Ilhan Omar, had challenged incumbent Mayor Jacob Frey, who won reelection. President Trump has recently criticized Minnesota's Somali community amid a fraud scandal.