Aj Awed

Aj Awed is the executive director of the Cedar-Riverside Community Council in Minnesota, a neighborhood known for its large Somali population, often referred to as 'Little Mogadishu.' In response to recent derogatory comments made by President Donald Trump about the Somali community, Awed expressed the palpable fear and apprehension felt by many residents, particularly those who are vulnerable and have lived in the U.S. for decades. He emphasized that it is detrimental for a president to attack fellow Americans and highlighted the risks faced by community members amidst increasing immigration enforcement.