Trump makes jokes about Muslim names, including 'Mohammed' and 'Mohammad'
Donald Trump joked about the name Mohammad during a rally in Georgia, stating a 65 percent chance a Middle Eastern person has that name. Critics say his remarks mock Muslims and immigrants, and groups link increased Islamophobia to his policies.
- Donald Trump joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad during a campaign speech in Georgia.
- Rights advocates and Muslim advocacy groups criticized Trump for rhetoric they say mocks Muslims, immigrants, and ethnic minorities.
- Trump made the comments at a rally in Georgia.
- Trump commented on Iran while campaigning, speculating about the next president of Iran.
- Trump stated there is about a 65 percent chance a Middle Eastern person has the name Mohammad.
- The Council on American-Islamic Relations reported increased Islamophobia in the US is partly linked to Trump's immigration policies.
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