Fact Check: Trump Says Somalis Took Billions From Minnesota Welfare Programs?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)

Claim: Somalis “ripped off” Minnesota for billions of dollars annually and accounted for “88%” of welfare use.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: FactCheck.org found no evidence supporting Trump’s figures. The White House provided no data for the claims, and available welfare and demographic statistics do not align with the assertions.

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Date: 12/15/2025

 

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Last Updated on December 15, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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