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How the self-appointed spokesman of Minnesota Somalis duped the media

The article discusses how local and national media outlets, including prominent brands like CNN and ABC, promoted Somali immigrant Omar Jamal as the trusted spokesperson for Minnesota’s somali community and the broader Somali diaspora in America. It highlights how these media outlets elevated Jamal’s voice on political issues concerning the Somali population, with assistance from press coverage.Additionally, the content includes promotional sections encouraging readers to subscribe to the Washington Examiner for unlimited access to news, analysis, and commentary, emphasizing the importance of staying informed and providing options for existing subscribers to log in.


Local media in Minnesota, as well as national news outlets including legacy brands like CNN and ABC, fell for the orations of a Somali immigrant who claimed to be the trusted figurehead for the state’s Somali diaspora.

With the press world’s help, Omar Jamal was anointed as the authoritative voice on all political issues concerning Minnesota’s Somali community and the Somali population at large in America.

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