Why is Trump questioning Ilhan Omar’s name?
A Justice Department filing listed a different name for her, prompting Trump to call for her resignation.
According to Al Jazeera English, a Justice Department filing listed a different name for her, prompting Trump to call for her resignation.
This world story centres on Qatar. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Ilhan Omar, Justice Department and Trump.
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- Qatar · Middle East
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- Al Jazeera English
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- Ilhan Omar, Justice Department, Trump
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- World
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