Ilhan Omar's Relatives Subpoenaed in Federal Immigration Investigation
Federal agents searched the Minnesota congresswoman's Washington D.C. home as part of an inquiry into her immigration history.
Federal investigators have subpoenaed relatives of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into her immigration history, according to reports. Homeland Security Investigations agents executed a search warrant at Omar's Washington, D.C., home Monday as part of the probe.
The Justice Department confirmed the search warrant, stating it was part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation. Subpoenas have reportedly been sent to Omar's sister, Sahra Noor, and at least one other family member, examining possible fraud and false statements in immigration paperwork.
Omar has consistently denied any immigration wrongdoing and has accused the Trump administration of using federal law enforcement agencies against her. "I’m ok. Make no mistake: this is an attempt to target political enemies and weaponize federal law enforcement," Omar posted on X on Monday. "For ten years, Trump has targeted me with baseless lies and smear campaigns. This is just the latest escalation in his campaign of political intimidation. I will not be silenced."
Reports also surfaced that Omar's congressional staff requested a change to her listed birth year in public biographies from 1981 to 1982 in May 2019. The Minnesota Legislative Reference Library confirmed the request, stating that Omar's staff sought the correction. The library noted that the original entry in 1981 was not based on supporting documentation but rather on other reference sources.
Omar previously stated she became a U.S. citizen through her father's naturalization in 2000, before she turned 18. A former political opponent, AJ Kern, had previously questioned the timeline, challenging Omar's account of her citizenship.
Investigators have reportedly been looking into the immigration history of Omar's late father, Nur Omar Mohamed, examining whether he misrepresented information on immigration forms. Previous federal inquiries into Omar's immigration history have not resulted in charges.
Separately, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia confirmed an examination of Omar's financial disclosures. This inquiry pertains to a significant reported increase in the value of businesses tied to Omar's husband, Tim Mynett. Omar's office stated that the initial disclosures failed to properly account for business liabilities, and the filings were subsequently amended. In September, the Office of Congressional Conduct recommended that the House Ethics Committee dismiss misconduct allegations related to these disclosures, finding no substantial reason to believe Omar reported false or incomplete information.
Former President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of Omar, demanding answers regarding the financial filings. Vice President JD Vance stated that if a substantial case exists regarding the immigration inquiry, it would be pursued.