Federal probe seizes Ilhan Omar's phone and subpoenas relatives ahead of midterms

Federal authorities are conducting a criminal investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration paperwork, leading to the seizure of her personal phone and the issuance of over a dozen grand-jury subpoenas, some directed at her relatives. An anonymous source, barred from speaking publicly, said the grand jury is based in Minnesota and is collecting evidence of potential fraud. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro told a news outlet that several investigations are also looking into Omar's financial disclosures and affirmed that any wrongdoing will be pursued.

The search of Omar's Washington, D.C. residence took place just weeks before the November midterm elections, prompting Democratic leaders to label the action an abuse of power. Omar responded on X, calling the raid an attempt to silence her and a continuation of long-standing political attacks. The probe arrives amid broader scrutiny of the lawmaker, a member of the progressive “Squad” and the first African refugee elected to Congress.