Vance says Rep. Ilhan Omar is under DOJ investigation ‘right now’
Vice President JD Vance announced that Rep. Ilhan Omar is currently under investigation by the Justice Department. The investigation focuses on allegations of immigration fraud and potential involvement in a COVID-era fraud scheme in Minnesota. Vance emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that if a crime is identified, it will be prosecuted.
- ▪Rep. Ilhan Omar is under federal investigation according to Vice President JD Vance.
- ▪The investigation includes allegations of immigration fraud and ties to a COVID-era fraud scheme.
- ▪Vance indicated that the Department of Justice is actively looking into the matter.
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Politics Vance says Rep. Ilhan Omar is under DOJ investigation ‘right now’ By Emily Goodin Published May 19, 2026, 2:28 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Justice Department is investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.), Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday. Omar has faced questions about immigration fraud, family finances, and her potential ties to a COVID-era fraud scheme in Minnesota. “I don’t want to prejudge an investigation,” Vance said. “It certainly seems like something fishy is there.” Follow The Post’s live coverage of President Trump and national politics for the latest news and analysis Vice President JD Vance revealed at a White House press briefing on Tuesday that Rep.
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