Ilhan Omar says US agents seized 17 items in raid designed to ‘freak’ her out

Democrat, in first interview since pre-dawn raid, denies immigration fraud and says ‘I have a legal right to be a member of Congress’

Ilhan Omar says US agents seized 17 items in raid designed to ‘freak’ her out

TL;DR

  • Ilhan Omar denies allegations of immigration fraud.
  • Omar believes the federal raid on her residence was politically motivated to appease Trump loyalists.
  • Homeland Security agents searched her home for nearly five hours and seized 17 items, including phones.
  • The raid occurred at 6 am and Omar suggests it was intended to 'freak her out.'
  • Omar asserted her legal right to be a member of Congress amidst accusations and potential deportation or jail time suggested by President Trump.