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Friday, January 31, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar highlights union efforts and community needs in recent tweets

Ilhan Omar, currently serving as a U.S. Congresswoman representing Minnesota’s 5th district, shared her recent activities and engagements through a series of tweets on January 30, 2025. The posts highlight her involvement with labor unions, local government discussions, and community support initiatives.

In one tweet posted at 19:34 UTC on January 30, Omar emphasized the efforts of Minnesota’s labor unions in advocating for workers' rights. She stated, "Minnesota’s labor unions fight tirelessly to ensure our workers get the protections and pay they deserve." Omar also mentioned holding a labor roundtable in Minneapolis alongside the Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation to gather insights from union members on how she can further assist their endeavors.

Later that day at 20:32 UTC, Omar tweeted about her meeting with Fridley's new Mayor Dave Ostwald. She expressed her intent to collaborate on infrastructure investments by stating, "I had the pleasure of meeting with Fridley’s new Mayor, Dave Ostwald, to discuss how we can work together to invest in the city’s infrastructure."

Omar also addressed food insecurity issues in a tweet posted at 21:00 UTC on January 30. Reflecting on her visit to NEAR Food Shelf in Crystal, she noted its dependence on federal funding and its critical role for families facing food insecurity. She warned against potential funding cuts by writing, "Cuts to federal assistance would devastate NEAR and the communities it serves."