Omar Fateh, Minneapolis

Sen. Omar Fateh announces candidacy for Minneapolis Mayor, says Frey is ‘failing’ residents
The first Somali elected to the Minnesota Senate is now seeking to lead the states largest city. Sen. Omar Fateh announced Monday he will challenge incumbent, and fellow DFL-er Jacob Frey for the mayor’s office.
State Sen. Omar Fateh to run for mayor of Minneapolis
Fateh, 34, became the first Somali American and first Muslim to serve in the Minnesota Senate when he was first elected in 2020.
Sen. Omar Fateh announces run for Minneapolis Mayor
Fateh announced his mayoral bid Monday, saying: "Minneapolis must be a north star for our nation in a dark time."
Sen. Omar Fateh to challenge Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
Omar Fateh was the first Somali American elected to serve in the state Senate and is believed to be the first such state senator in the United States. He also became the only self-identified democratic socialist in the state Legislature.
State Sen. Omar Fateh launches campaign for Minneapolis mayor
At a press conference Monday, the south Minneapolis Democrat hammered at incumbent Jacob Frey's alleged failures and promised to help those struggling to get by.
State Sen. Omar Fateh launches bid for Minneapolis mayor
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