The Trump administration is reportedly investigating Representative Ilhan Omar for potential fraud related to her citizenship application, specifically regarding a discrepancy in her age. According to sources familiar with the investigation, the administration aims to build a case to revoke her citizenship and deport her. Omar became a US citizen in 2000 after arriving from a refugee camp in Kenya, having fled the Somali Civil War.
On Monday, the Wall Street Journal reported that Homeland Security agents executed a search at Omar's Washington, D.C. home, seizing her phone, notebooks, personal computers, and passport. Authorities have also issued over a dozen subpoenas, which reportedly include Omar's sister, Sahra Noor, and at least one other family member.
At a Republican rally in Ohio, President Donald Trump made remarks about Omar and her family, with attendees chanting for her deportation. Trump referred to Omar and Somali residents in Minnesota using derogatory terms. He also suggested on Truth Social that Omar may have committed financial fraud, questioning her accountant's reporting of funds related to alleged fraudulent activities.
On Tuesday, US Attorney Jeanine Pirro stated that multiple investigations are underway regarding Omar's financial disclosures. She indicated that if any crimes are identified, they will be prosecuted. Pirro also noted that a nonpartisan body previously found Omar blameless for overstating her wealth in documents submitted to Congress and recommended that misconduct allegations against her be withdrawn. This investigation occurs just three weeks before the November midterm elections, where Omar is expected to secure reelection.