GREENVILLE, N.C. – The mayor of Greenville is letting it be known that what happened at President Trump’s campaign rally is “not reflective” of the city he leads.

The crowd was heard chanting “send her back” as the president spoke about Somali-born U.S. House Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota.

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The mayor issued a full statement:

I am extremely disappointed and disheartened by the chant that took place at the President's rally last night. Greenville is more than just a city. It is our home. It is a diverse place - a place of compassion and acceptance. An inclusive place where everyone, regardless of race, religion or political beliefs, is welcome. A place where we band together to help others who are in need. Hate will never have a place in our community. The behavior that was on display last night is not reflective of the Greenville I know and love.

-- Mayor P.J. Connelly, City of Greenville, N.C.

The president claimed he had tried to stop the chant at a reelection event Wednesday night in North Carolina.

"I started speaking really quickly," he told reporters. "I was not happy with it. I disagree with it."

The president added he "would certainly try" to stop any similar chant at a future rally.

Video shows the crowd's "send her back" shouts resounded for 13 seconds as Trump made no attempt to interrupt them.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.