A Somali elected to the Lewiston council in Maine has resigned after @RichMcHugh revealed his nonprofit received funds meant for victims of a 2023 mass shooting.

A Somali elected to the Lewiston council in Maine has resigned after @RichMcHugh revealed his nonprofit received funds meant for victims of a 2023 mass shooting. Osman used a fake address for his campaign application & was indicted on felony gun charges. pic.twitter.com/JdmI30uODq

— Andy Ngo (@MrAndyNgo) January 9, 2026