Ilhan Omar Investigation: DHS Chief Reveals New Details About Probe
Secretary Mullin's comments continue a string of allegations from the Trump administration without official charges filed.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin disclosed additional information regarding the investigation into Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar's alleged immigration history and claims of marriage to her brother. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is examining Omar's alleged marriage to her brother, Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, in an attempt to gain entry into the United States, as well as broader questions surrounding her family migration and potential illegal activities.
DHS spokesman stated that no one, including members of Congress, are above the law and emphasized that investigators would only proceed if they could establish evidence of wrongdoing. The allegations, which have circulated for years in conservative media and political circles, have never been proven in court, and Omar has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
The investigation comes amid broader efforts to investigate potential immigration fraud cases, with DHS suggesting that false information provided during the immigration process could remain actionable years later if proven.
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