Federal agents executed multiple search warrants on Monday as part of an ongoing investigation into possible immigration fraud involving documents submitted by Rep. Ilhan Omar’s family decades ago. The warrants were served at Omar’s Washington, D.C., residence, according to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
Mullin, speaking on a podcast Friday, described the investigation as a “strong case” and suggested potential prosecution under federal racketeering laws. He stated that a judge had authorized the enforcement action and that investigators expected to present their findings to a grand jury. Omar has not been charged with a crime and has called the investigation politically motivated.
Key developments in the investigation
Federal authorities executed multiple warrants on the same day, including at Omar’s D.C. home, Mullin confirmed. He emphasized that the operation was authorized by a judge and reiterated that the case would proceed to a grand jury. Mullin also noted that President Trump had previously stated he was unaware of the investigation before its execution.
Family member’s book tour event canceled
The sister of Rep. Omar, Sahra Noor, canceled a scheduled book tour event at the University of Minnesota Rochester on Thursday, citing a “family emergency.” Noor, who was reportedly subpoenaed in connection with the immigration investigation, is promoting her memoir, Salt in the Snow: A Somali Immigrant Story. The event was abruptly canceled, and the venue was found empty when Fox News Digital arrived for the scheduled appearance.
Background on the investigation
The federal probe centers on immigration documents submitted by Omar’s family in the 1990s, when they sought refuge in the United States. The paperwork, completed during Omar’s childhood, is now under scrutiny. The investigation is being conducted by Homeland Security Investigations and the Justice Department, with no charges filed against Omar as of this report.
Omar has publicly denied any wrongdoing, framing the investigation as an attempt to target her politically. Mullin countered that the enforcement action was driven by adherence to U.S. laws, not political considerations.