DOJ Says Ilhan Omar Warrant Ongoing, Targets 'Other Individuals'
Omar's attorney has called the investigation "politically motivated."
A search warrant targeting U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar continues, with authorities focusing on "other individuals" as well, according to the Justice Department. The 47-page document, obtained by a federal court, outlines the ongoing search conducted by Homeland Security Investigations at Omar's Washington home on October 12 around 6:05 a.m. The court was informed that the U.S. anticipates completing the warrant soon.
In their filing, prosecutors also requested advance notice should the court decide to unseal the records, citing numerous privacy concerns. They indicated the possibility of filing an emergency motion to halt any such request pending appeal.
U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche signed off on the warrant, affirming that its timing was not intended to influence any election or provide an advantage to any candidate or political party. The warrant's issuance comes amid ongoing allegations against Omar, who has consistently denied claims that her former husband is her brother and that their marriage was a ploy for immigration benefits. Her legal team has characterized the investigation as politically motivated.
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