The Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar denied allegations of immigration fraud in a Wednesday appearance on MS Now, her first interview since federal agents raided her residence last week.
Those in Donald Trump’s orbit – cabinet officials and rightwing influencers alike – have promoted baseless theories about the Democratic congresswoman, accusing Omar of being in a sham marriage with her brother and fudging details of her immigration paperwork.
The brother rumors circulated on a Somali blog, Omar told MS Now host Chris Hayes, before it gained traction with rightwing conspiracy theorists in Minneapolis.
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For heaven's sake, Mr. President, leave Representative Omar alone. She entered the USA legally as a refugee and has built a remarkably successful career serving her country. Don't try to turn an accomplished lawmaker into a refugee for the second time! If technical paperwork or visa timelines are suddenly the standard for deportation, consistency would require looking at the scrutinized history of your own family before targeting political opponents. This harassment will not become you, nor will it become America. Lay off! — © Mark Alexander
