A 23-year-old Somali-American woman who gained widespread attention for her now-viral remarks comparing her dual identity to “bananas and rice” has been arrested in connection with recent protests in Minneapolis.
Minn.: Somali woman known for viral ‘Bananas and Rice’ remarks during Jan. 21 news conference arrested
Brooke Mallory
Jan 29, 2026 | 4:20 PM
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