Agents Search Ilhan Omar's Washington Home Amid Investigation
Agents searched the Washington home of US Representative Ilhan Omar on Monday. Omar represents Minnesota.
The Guardian reported the search took place Monday morning. The Justice Department confirmed that a court approved the search.
It said the search was part of an ongoing investigation. Homeland Security officials started a criminal investigation into Omar.
France 24 reported the search followed a fraud investigation. The probe involved immigration papers.
Her late father filed them when she was a child. Sources told CBS the investigation centered on her immigration paperwork.
Omar has denied the claims. President Donald Trump and key allies have accused Omar of immigration fraud.
They have called for her removal from the United States. Officials publicly mentioned an ongoing investigation in September. CBS reported that Omar said she had not been contacted about it.
Key Terms 3
- Representative An elected lawmaker in the US House of Representatives
- Homeland Security US government department that protects the country and enforces immigration laws
- Justice Department US government department that enforces federal laws