House Oversight Chairman James Comer wants the government to release evidence tied to an Ilhan Omar immigration probe.
Comer, a Republican from Kentucky, said Monday that both lawmakers and the American public deserve to see whatever evidence federal authorities have gathered in connection with an ongoing immigration investigation involving the Minnesota congresswoman. His comments came after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and White House border czar Tom Homan confirmed that federal investigators are actively examining longstanding allegations about Omar’s immigration history.
“I think they should make it public. Absolutely, make it public,” Comer said during an appearance on “Just the News, No Noise.”
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Comer went further, arguing that Congress should be able to weigh in on whether Omar ought to remain in office if investigators conclude that immigration laws were violated in connection with her citizenship. He suggested the matter could ultimately come before lawmakers in a formal vote if the probe turns up evidence of wrongdoing.
As originally reported, the investigation centers on allegations that Omar married her brother to facilitate an immigration scheme. Omar has repeatedly and forcefully denied those claims. Mullin said last week that federal authorities already possess evidence related to the allegations and described the investigation as active. He also noted that immigration fraud carries serious legal consequences even when the alleged conduct took place years in the past.
Omar became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2000, at age 17.
Homeland Security Investigations separately confirmed its involvement in the case. Homan, speaking Sunday, said he could not discuss specifics because the investigation remains open. He added that federal immigration law applies to everyone regardless of their political status, and that investigators would determine whether any violations occurred.
No criminal charges have been filed against Omar. Federal officials have not publicly released any evidence establishing that she committed immigration or marriage fraud.
The scrutiny is not new, and it has reached the highest levels of the executive branch. Earlier this year, Vice President JD Vance told Fox News that Omar “definitely” committed fraud when she applied for a visa to enter the United States. That statement drew significant attention given the weight of the office behind it.
Omar is a founding member of the House progressive group known as the Squad. She represents Minnesota’s fifth congressional district. The investigation remains ongoing, and no formal congressional action has been initiated.
