Salman Fiqy

Salman Fiqy is a prominent Somali American politician and businessman who previously ran for state representative as a Republican. He is known for his outspoken conservative views and public endorsement of former President Donald Trump. Fiqy has articulated a shift among Somali voters in Minnesota, suggesting that many have begun to align with the Republican Party due to concerns over education and family values, particularly in relation to the LGBTQ agenda. He represents a growing sentiment among some Somali Americans who feel disillusioned with the Democratic Party.