Minnesota State Wire

Representative Ilhan Omar, who has served in the U.S. Congress representing Minnesota’s 5th district since 2019, often uses social media to communicate her views and outreach initiatives. Through her tweets, Omar has recently discussed worker struggles, immigration issues, and local business promotion.

On May 2, 2025, Omar expressed her criticism of the current U.S. administration's labor policies. She claimed that "In just 100 days, Trump has done more to gut worker protections than any admin in modern history so billionaires can exploit workers with no consequences." She emphasized solidarity with workers, stating, "I stand in solidarity with ALL workers because their struggle is our struggle. And their wins are our wins."

In another post, also on May 2, 2025, Omar highlighted the resilience of Jennifer Garcia as her husband, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, faces immigration-related challenges. She commented, "In the face of an administration defined by cruelty and lawlessness, Jennifer Garcia has shown extraordinary courage as she awaits the return of her husband, Kilmar Abrego Garcia." Omar stated that, "When the government fails to uphold our values, we must rise to defend them."

Later that day, Omar shed light on her ongoing series that features small businesses within her district. She tweeted, "We’re back with another 'Ilhan on the Hi-job,' part of our series where we highlight different small businesses in MN-05." The recent highlight from this initiative was the Nightingale Restaurant in Minneapolis.

Ilhan Omar is a key political figure in Minnesota, having replaced Keith Ellison in the U.S. Congress in 2019. She previously served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2017 to 2019. Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, Omar graduated from North Dakota State University in 2011 and resides in Minneapolis.