President Trump declared he doesn’t want Somali immigrants in America, citing overwhelming welfare dependency and minimal contributions to the nation during a Cabinet meeting that signals a major shift in immigration enforcement priorities.
Story Highlights
- Trump states 88% of Somali immigrants rely on welfare with little contribution to America
- Comments follow the shooting of National Guard soldiers by an Afghan suspect, prompting a broader immigration review
- Administration halts all asylum decisions as part of a comprehensive immigration crackdown
- Minnesota Somali community faces increased ICE scrutiny amid enforcement operations
Trump Takes Direct Stance on Somali Immigration
During a December 2nd Cabinet meeting, President Trump delivered blunt remarks about Somali immigrants, stating they contribute nothing while maintaining an 88% welfare dependency rate. His comments reflect growing frustration with immigration policies that burden American taxpayers while failing to screen for beneficial contributors.
Trump’s directive comes as his administration implements stricter vetting processes, prioritizing America’s economic interests over open-border policies that previously drained federal resources without adequate oversight.
NOW – Trump on Somali immigrants: "When they come from hell, and they complain and do nothing but bitch. We don't want em in our country. Let em go back to where they came from and fix it!" pic.twitter.com/UkJpIKkpnY
— Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) December 2, 2025
National Security Incident Triggers Policy Review
The administration’s immigration reassessment follows a shooting involving two National Guard soldiers in Washington, where the suspect originated from Afghanistan. This incident prompted Trump to examine broader immigration vulnerabilities beyond the immediate case, leading to a comprehensive halt of asylum decisions.
The president’s approach demonstrates decisive leadership in protecting American citizens from potential security threats while addressing systemic immigration problems that previous administrations ignored, putting political correctness above national safety.
Minnesota Community Faces Enforcement Reality
Trump specifically cited Minnesota’s Somali population as causing significant problems, indicating targeted enforcement operations may intensify in the region.
While community leaders express concerns about profiling, Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin clarified that ICE targets individuals based on illegal status rather than ethnicity.
This distinction emphasizes the administration’s commitment to enforcing existing immigration laws uniformly, contradicting critics who attempt to frame legitimate enforcement as discriminatory rather than necessary legal compliance.
Legal Status Statistics Reveal Complex Situation
Jaylani Hussein from the Council on American-Islamic Relations claims 95% of Minnesota Somalis hold U.S. citizenship, with only a small proportion in earlier immigration stages. However, these statistics don’t address Trump’s core concerns about welfare dependency rates and economic contributions among recent immigrants.
The administration’s focus on merit-based immigration policies seeks to ensure future arrivals demonstrate value to American society rather than immediately accessing social safety nets designed for citizens and legal immigrants who’ve contributed to the system.
