Federal Agents Search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington Home; Sources Link Probe to Immigration Paperwork
The Ilhan Omar home search began early on Monday, October 12, when federal agents executed a court-approved warrant at the Washington-area residence of the Minnesota Democrat. People familiar with the case connect the investigation to her immigration paperwork. Omar has not been charged and denies any wrongdoing.
The Justice Department confirmed that Homeland Security Investigations agents carried out a judicially authorized search warrant in the Washington area. It called the action part of an ongoing federal criminal investigation. The statement did not name Omar and gave no explanation of what the case involves.
The search came roughly three weeks before the November 3 midterm elections, in which Omar is seeking another term in Congress. That timing has shaped much of the politica...