Politics · Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States · United States of America · October 22, 2026

Ilhan Omar says federal raid on her home forces her to move out

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 22, 9:36 AM ET

US Representative Ilhan Omar said federal agents carried out a pre-dawn raid on her home and seized more than a dozen items, including phones and notebooks, as part of a federal investigation. Omar called the raid bizarre and said it is forcing her to move out.

Why it matters

A federal search of a sitting member of Congress's home before the midterms is a rare step.

Background

Omar, a Democrat, has represented Minnesota's 5th district since 2019 and has been a frequent target of criticism from President Trump. The nature of the investigation has not been publicly detailed.

The story so far

1. Oct 18Trump border czar says Ilhan Omar could be stripped of citizenship
2. Oct 22Ilhan Omar says federal raid on her home forces her to move out

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Sources

• BBC News ↗Oct 22, 9:36 AM ET

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