Rep. Ilhan Omar Responds Aggressively to Reporter Inquiry on Immigration
Rep. Ilhan Omar uses strong language when questioned about Democratic support for a deported immigrant, reflecting tensions surrounding immigration policies.
While these trips have drawn criticism from Republicans and even Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) has dodged questions about whether he thinks the visits were a “mistake.”
Ilhan Omar tells reporter to ‘f*** off’ when asked about Democratic support for Abrego Garcia
Washington Examiner·18h
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VIDEO: Ilhan Omar flings expletives at reporter over very benign question on immigration
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Ilhan Omar snaps at conservative reporter to 'f--- off' for asking questions outside Capitol
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Summary
Rep. Ilhan Omar faced backlash after telling a Daily Caller reporter to 'f--- off' when asked whether more Democrats should visit El Salvador to support Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported by the Trump administration. Her reaction highlights ongoing divisions among Democrats over immigration enforcement, particularly regarding Garcia, identified as an MS-13 gang member. The controversy has exposed rifts within the Democratic Party and raised questions about the broader implications of immigration policy and press interactions.
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