Posted on 10/28/2026 12:20:34 PM PDT by Libloather
Dozens of House Democrats are keeping their distance from Rep. Ilhan Omar as the Minnesota “Squad” rep faces a federal investigation — even as party leaders rally behind her and demand that the Trump administration back off.
A letter led by Rep. Pramila Jaypal (D-Wash.) and signed by 175 House Democrats accused the Justice Department and the Department of Homeland Security of weaponizing law enforcement against Omar, whose Washington DC home was searched by federal agents earlier this month.
Around 40 Democrats declined to sign the letter from the 214-member caucus.
“Congresswoman Omar is seeking reelection in Minnesota’s 5th congressional district in just one week. News of the search warrant, whether properly predicated or not, could affect voters’ decisions, which is exactly why federal law enforcement should not engage in such conduct when voters are casting their ballots. This type of interference strips Minnesotans of their right to a free and fair election guaranteed to them under the Constitution,” the letter states.
However, a number of House Democrats declined to sign the letter, a notable show of distance from Omar, who has frequently drawn controversy over her outspoken criticism of Israel and other positions on foreign policy.
Among the lawmakers who didn’t sign were Reps. Tom Suozzi, Laura Gillen and Josh Gottheimer, who all represent a district in either New York or New Jersey, where political calculations could make embracing Omar a liability.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House, also chose not to sign the letter even though current Democratic leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) did.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Washington Democrat who represents a competitive district, also was not on the letter.
Their absences suggest that while many Democrats are willing to defend Omar against what they characterize as a “politically motivated investigation,”...
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Many dem politicians voiced open support for Ilhan, just a few days ago.
No one is above the law!*
*Except us.
Pramila Jaypal has the most punchable face I have ever seen
Is there any chance Ms. Omar won’t be re-elected next week?
zero
Which name of her’s is on the ballot? The fake one? Instant disqualification.
Not merely a hot potato, Ilhan is RADIOACTIVE, likely to destroy anything in her immediate vicinity.
A SPRAYING SKUNK WOUD BE MUCH MORE SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE.
She reminds me of a pug, for some reason...
An Indian defending a Somalian
I wonder if there is a scam involved
Hey, Pramila? Nobody is above the law. That goes for you, too. So you’d better hope there aren’t a bunch of skeletons in your closet. You’re barking awfully loud.
I was thinking Pekingese
Pugs are at least cute and decent dogs, even if they do have hyperactive narcolepsy
175 House Democrats....amazing how they are all stick together regardless of what the laws are - this is Exhibit A of how little they care for the rule of law in the USA and care more about power.
RE: Around 40 Democrats declined to sign the letter .
“Uh, my pen ran out of ink.”🖋️
“No time now. I’m almost late for tee time at the club.” ⛳
Agree.
As much chance as Wayne Newton having a #1 song tomorrow morning on Spotify.
Where were these 175 hypocritical mfers when Trump‘s home was rated on completely bogus allegations?
*raided
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