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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed that federal agents executed multiple search warrants on the same day they searched Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar’s Washington residence. In a podcast interview, Mullin described the investigation as a "strong case" and indicated that a judge authorized the enforcement action. He added that investigators expect to present the case to a grand jury, noting that the probe centers on possible fraud involving immigration documents submitted by Omar’s family decades ago. Omar has not been charged and has called the investigation politically motivated. The DHS investigation, conducted by Homeland Security Investigations and the Justice Department, also involved grand jury subpoenas for several relatives and the seizure of the lawmaker’s personal cellphone. The Secretary emphasized that the case could involve racketeering laws, suggesting that individuals who submit fraudulent immigration documents may face federal prosecution. He noted that President Trump had previously stated he

By Claire D. | JQJO News