Press Conference: Columbus Leaders Reaffirm Support for Somali Residents

Columbus City Council · December 7, 2025

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Opening remarks and roll call of elected officials

Announcement

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Unidentified speaker opened the gathering in City Council chambers as a show of solidarity for Somali American neighbors, listing state and local elected officials in attendance and framing City Hall as a 'people's house' and 'living room' for community. The speaker called for support of Somali-owned small businesses and vowed to stand against hate and xenophobia.

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Columbus City officials and community leaders held a solidarity gathering in City Council chambers to condemn recent presidential comments about immigrant communities, reaffirm protections for Somali Americans and announce a day of action and efforts to recognize Somali American Heritage Month.

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