Vance Says DOJ Is Investigating Ilhan Omar Amid Growing Scrutiny

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

Vance’s remarks also referenced broader concerns about fairness in how investigations are handled.

“Everyone is entitled to equal justice under the laws,” he said.

The vice president’s comments are likely to intensify political pressure on Omar as Republicans make corruption and fraud investigations a centerpiece of their 2026 campaign messaging

If the Justice Department is actively reviewing Omar, it would represent a significant development involving one of the Democratic Party’s highest-profile progressive lawmakers.