A political dispute between US President Donald Trump and Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has resurfaced after Trump repeated long-debunked allegations about Omar during a speech in Florida, drawing immediate criticism and renewed debate across US political circles.
Speaking at a public event, Donald Trump repeated claims that Ilhan Omar had married a relative, an accusation that has circulated online for years but has been repeatedly denied and discredited. Trump made the remarks while speaking to supporters.
The comments quickly triggered political reaction, particularly from Omar herself, who strongly rejected the statements and criticised the former president on social media platform X. She described the remarks as false and politically motivated, linking them to broader partisan disputes in Washington.
Omar, who has represented Minneapolis in the US Congress since 2019, has frequently been the subject of political attacks and online misinformation campaigns. She has consistently denied claims about her personal life that have circulated since her early years in national politics.
Born in Somalia, Omar spent part of her childhood in a refugee camp in Kenya before moving to the United States in the 1990s, later becoming a US citizen. Her background has often been referenced in political debates, particularly by critics of her immigration and foreign policy positions.
The latest exchange comes amid a long-running political rivalry between Trump and several progressive lawmakers, with Omar frequently singled out in speeches and public remarks during and after Trump’s presidency. The renewed comments have again raised concerns among political observers about the tone of public discourse in US politics, particularly during campaign-related events.
Following Trump’s remarks, Omar issued a statement rejecting the allegations and criticising what she described as repeated personal attacks. She also referenced previous accusations and controversies involving Trump, further escalating the public exchange between the two political figures.
Omar has previously stated that misinformation about her personal life has been circulating since 2016 and has no basis in fact. She has called for a focus on policy issues rather than personal allegations.
The dispute also highlights broader divisions within US politics, where personal attacks and social media responses have become increasingly common in exchanges between elected officials and political figures.
Neither Trump nor his representatives provided additional clarification following the speech, while Omar continues to serve as a member of Congress representing Minnesota.
