DOJ subpoenas relatives in probe of Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration status
Federal prosecutors issued subpoenas to family members as part of an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration history, with agents searching her Washington home days later.
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The Justice Department issued about a dozen subpoenas in an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar, including to family members, a person familiar with the investigation said.
Omar herself was not subpoenaed, and the orders seek information tied to a federal grand jury in Minnesota, the source said.
The investigation is examining matters surrounding Omar's immigration status, including her birthdate, the source said.
Federal agents searched Omar's Washington, D.C., home days later as part of a criminal investigation partly looking into immigration fraud.
A spokesperson for Omar did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
NBC News (Politics): DOJ issues subpoenas in probe of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s immigration status, including to family members
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Left-leaning outlets report the subpoenas as a Justice Department investigation touching Omar's family and immigration records, noting she was not subpoenaed and that a spokesperson did not immediately respond.
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Right: Says federal inquiry scrutinizes Omar immigration history
Says federal inquiry scrutinizes Omar immigration history
Fox News (Politics): Rep Ilhan Omar's immigration history faces new scrutiny as federal investigators subpoena relatives
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Right-leaning outlets frame the subpoenas as fresh scrutiny of Omar's immigration paperwork, citing reported requests to change her listed birth year and prior claims about her citizenship.
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Left: Reports subpoenas target Omar family members
Calls Omar family subpoenas sign of fraud investigation
PJ Media: DOJ Subpoenas Ilhan Omar’s Family, Including Possible USAID Fraudster Sister
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Far-right outlets claim the subpoenas extend a broader probe into immigration fraud and taxpayer funding tied to Omar's relatives, treating the allegations as established.
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