Minnesota State Wire

Representative Ilhan Omar, who has been serving Minnesota’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress since 2019, shared insights on her recent engagements via social media. Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, and currently residing in Minneapolis, Omar continues to focus on community welfare through various initiatives.

On February 20, 2025, Omar emphasized the importance of healthcare for Black women. She expressed her satisfaction after engaging in a significant discussion with her constituents: "Black women's health matters. It was a joy to share this powerful conversation with my constituents."

Later that day, she highlighted her visit to Tubman's Chrysalis Center, an organization offering essential services such as shelter and legal assistance to those in need. She stated: "Tubman is an amazing organization that provides services like shelter, legal services, counseling, and more to those in our community who need help most." During her visit, she met with the leadership team to explore ways to support their mission.

On February 21, 2025, Omar acknowledged the efforts of Joyce Uptown Food Shelf in Minneapolis. This food shelf served over 63,000 Minnesotans in 2024 alone. She mentioned: "Joyce Uptown Food Shelf...provides crucial nutrition assistance to our communities – serving a record number of over 63,000 Minnesotans in 2024." Omar also engaged with Director Matthew Ayres to discuss potential support strategies.