Fact Check: Did Ilhan Omar Misstate ‘World War II’ in 2026 Speech?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Ilhan Omar referred to World War II as “World War Eleven” in a recent speech.

Rating: MISLEADING

Explanation: The clip is from 2025, not 2026, and Omar immediately corrected herself, which is often omitted in viral edits.

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Date: 05/01/2026

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Last Updated on May 1, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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