Justice Department Investigates Rep. Omars Financial Disclosures

US President Donald Trump Announces Deployment of Border Czar Tom Homan to Minnesota

In a recent statement, US President Donald Trump announced that he is sending his border czar, Tom Homan, to the state of Minnesota. This move comes amid ongoing protests in the state following the fatal shooting of demonstrator Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers on Saturday.

Trump also stated that his administration is conducting an investigation into the wealth of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. According to Trump, this investigation is part of a broader probe into welfare fraud in Minnesota, which he claims has contributed to the violent protests currently taking place in the state.

Additionally, Trump mentioned that the Department of Justice and Congress are examining Omar’s financial situation, citing her reported net worth of over $44 million. The increase in Omar’s wealth is attributed to her husband’s financial gains.

Trump had previously called for investigations into his political opponents, including Omar. He has also made public comments targeting Omar and the Somali community, which she has criticized as Islamophobic.

Omar, a member of Congress from Minnesota, has been a vocal critic of Trump’s policies and rhetoric. She has responded to Trump’s attacks by accusing him of having a “creepy” obsession with her.

Homan will reportedly report directly to Trump during his deployment to Minnesota. The exact details of the investigation into Omar’s wealth are not yet clear.

Source: Al Jazeera