Rep. Tom Emmer has made a statement about Somalis that has drawn attention. His comment suggested they should leave the area.
This statement is notable because it differs from his past interactions with the Somali community in his district. Emmer's district has a relatively large Somali population, and they make up a significant voting bloc. Further details about Emmer's statement and its context are available from the Star Tribune.
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