JD Vance, GOP Condemn Omar's White Men Remarks

A resurfaced 2018 interview in which Rep. Ilhan Omar stated that the U.S. should be more fearful of white men due to their responsibility for most domestic extremist-related deaths has reignited controversy and condemnation from conservatives, including Vice President JD Vance. Vance labeled Omar’s remarks as 'genocidal language' and called her a 'disgrace' on social media, prompting a wider conservative backlash. Omar responded by clarifying that her comments were based on Anti-Defamation League reports indicating white supremacists were responsible for a significant majority of extremist-related murders and challenged Vance's use of the term 'genocidal.' The clip, which gained traction after being posted by conservative influencers, has fueled debates about racism, national security, and free speech. Republican lawmakers have long criticized Omar, with some even calling for her deportation. The exchange highlights ongoing partisan tensions over race, extremism, and political rhetoric in the U.S.