Vance Says DOJ Is Investigating Ilhan Omar Amid Growing Scrutiny

Republican lawmakers have attempted to connect Omar to individuals or organizations involved in that scandal, particularly through her support for pandemic-era food assistance expansions under the federal MEALS Act.

Earlier this month, Republicans on a Minnesota House committee attempted to subpoena Omar for documents related to the investigation.

That effort failed after Democrats blocked the move in a tied committee vote.

GOP lawmakers have argued that pandemic waivers and loosened oversight created conditions that allowed widespread abuse in child nutrition programs.

Omar’s office has declined invitations to testify before the committee.