Published Oct 20, 2026 6:00 am : Updated Oct 20, 2026 6:05 am
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House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued a statement, along with Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, regarding the recent raid on Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home.
Jeffries was Tuesday’ KVML “Newsmaker of the Day”. Here are his words:
“The Trump administration’s raid on Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home is deeply disturbing and raises serious questions about the continued corrupt weaponization of the federal government against Donald Trump’s adversaries.
For years, Donald Trump and far-right extremists have relentlessly targeted Congresswoman Omar with vile personal attacks and baseless accusations. Now, less than 30 days until the midterm election, his violent mass deportation machine has descended upon the home of a duly elected Member of Congress and her family.
The American people deserve transparency, and we will deliver full accountability for the rogue abuse of power from the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice.”
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This post was last modified on 10/20/2026 6:05 am
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Written by Mark Truppner.
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