Walz Slams Trump Over Hijab Student Video Repost

The video, which was originally posted by a parent, shows a group of young students in a classroom, some wearing hijabs. Trump reposted it without comment, prompting backlash from Muslim advocacy groups and Democratic leaders.

Walz, a Democrat, said in a statement that the president's action was 'a cynical attempt to score political points at the expense of innocent children.' He added that Minnesota is proud of its diversity and that such actions do not reflect the state's values.

The governor's remarks come amid heightened tensions over immigration and religious freedom policies. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) also condemned the repost, urging the president to apologize.

White House officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Trump has previously faced criticism for his rhetoric on Muslims, including a 2017 executive order restricting travel from several Muslim-majority countries.