U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Central)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Central)
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Ilhan Omar addresses gun violence and labor rights concerns on social media
Representative Ilhan Omar posted messages between August 31 and September 2 addressing topics such as gun control legislation, worker protections for Labor Day, and concerns over public health leadership at the CDC under RFK Jr.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar calls for unity after attack at Annunciation Catholic School
Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed the recent attack at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis through several posts on August 27 and August 28, urging congressional unity and immediate action.
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Ilhan Omar calls for Gaza aid access and addresses local Minneapolis tragedy
Rep. Ilhan Omar posted on X about urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza and criticized economic conditions under Trump on August 26-27, while also expressing sorrow over a school shooting in Minneapolis.
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Ilhan Omar discusses constituent engagement and policy opposition in latest social media posts
Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media in late August 2025 to highlight her commitment to constituent engagement through town halls and address concerns about federal policy decisions involving former President Trump.
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Ilhan Omar criticizes student debt policies and celebrates detention center closure
Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed issues ranging from student debt relief restrictions to local leadership recognition and celebrated the closure of an Everglades detention facility through posts made between August 20-22, 2025.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar comments on homelessness policy, Social Security threats, and veteran housing
Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media on August 14-15, 2025 to address federal approaches to homelessness policy under Donald Trump, defend Social Security against proposed Republican reforms, and announce funding secured for veteran housing projects...
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Ilhan Omar criticizes Trump over crypto fortune and economic transparency
Representative Ilhan Omar posted a series of tweets on August 11 and 12 criticizing former President Donald Trump’s financial practices related to cryptocurrency and recent actions regarding federal jobs reports.
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Ilhan Omar addresses voting rights, VA labor policies and DOJ accountability
Rep. Ilhan Omar posted several statements between August 6-8, focusing on voting rights protections, labor conditions for VA employees, and demands for Department of Justice accountability.
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Ilhan Omar highlights local funding efforts and criticizes federal policy changes
Rep. Ilhan Omar posted updates between July 29 and August 1 regarding community funding initiatives in Minneapolis and her opposition to recent federal policy changes impacting healthcare and student loans.
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Ilhan Omar recaps week of local events and community engagement
Rep. Ilhan Omar summarized her recent activities during the week ending August 1, including support for local arts and education initiatives as well as hosting a town hall meeting with constituents.
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Ilhan Omar details funding efforts for seniors, housing, and parks in Minneapolis
Rep. Ilhan Omar posted on August 1 about securing federal funds for seniors’ programs, affordable housing at Wadaag Commons, and renovations at North Commons Park—all based in Minneapolis.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses community engagement and policy efforts in latest social media posts
Rep. Ilhan Omar recapped meetings with seniors about Social Security expansion, hosted a town hall in Richfield, and celebrated new affordable housing initiatives on July 28-29, 2025.
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Ilhan Omar addresses CEO pay disparity and Planned Parenthood access in recent posts
Rep. Ilhan Omar used her social media platform on July 28, 2025 to address issues including income inequality among CEOs and workers, federal health policy concerning Medicaid and Planned Parenthood access, as well as local education achievements...
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Ilhan Omar announces new legislation targeting fossil fuel subsidies and drowning prevention
Rep. Ilhan Omar announced on July 25-26, 2025 that she has reintroduced legislation aimed at eliminating fossil fuel subsidies and introduced a resolution addressing global drowning prevention efforts.
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Ilhan Omar addresses labor protections, nuclear disarmament and drug ads reform
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar used her Twitter platform this week to discuss workplace safety regulations, advocate for nuclear disarmament by urging U.S. participation in an international treaty, and announce bipartisan efforts to restrict prescription...
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Ilhan Omar addresses park funding and congressional disputes on July 23
Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media on July 23 to highlight her efforts securing federal funds for parks while also weighing in on congressional disputes regarding human trafficking legislation and worker classification bills.
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Ilhan Omar calls for ICE abolition and transparency on Epstein files
Rep. Ilhan Omar criticized recent government actions regarding immigration enforcement and congressional transparency in tweets dated July 21 and July 22, 2025.
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Ilhan Omar addresses police accountability and student loans in July social media posts
Rep. Ilhan Omar used her social media platform on July 21 to highlight concerns about police accountability and student loan policies while inviting constituents to an upcoming town hall event with Richfield Mayor Mary Supple.
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Ilhan Omar criticizes medical debt policy and highlights constituent services
Rep. Ilhan Omar used her social media platform on July 18-19, 2025 to address medical debt policies under former President Trump and called for transparency regarding Epstein-related documents while also reporting her office's assistance returning...
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Ilhan Omar voices opposition to GOP spending cuts and increased Pentagon budget
Rep. Ilhan Omar shared her perspectives on GOP spending proposals, U.S. military funding increases, and African debt challenges through several posts dated July 18, 2025.