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Musk's Immigration Comments Spark Controversy

Elon Musk stirs controversy, questioning loyalty of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Musk, an immigrant himself, expresses concerns about potential allegiances, citing their immigrant backgrounds. Omar, elected by a significant Somali population, and Mamdani, supported by a majority of foreign-born voters, face accusations of prioritizing their home countries over the US. Musks comments spark debates on immigration, national identity, and political representation.

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