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Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Condemns 'Terrorizing' GOP for Immigration Push After Town Hall Attack

Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar condemns 'terrorizing' immigration push following a violent attack at one of her town halls, in which a man rushed the podium and sprayed a substance at her. The incident also drew criticism from some GOP lawmakers, whom Omar labeled as contributing to a toxic environment.

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Condemns 'Terrorizing' GOP for Immigration Push After Town Hall Attack
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Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar condemned the 'terrorizing' immigration push following a town hall attack in which a man rushed the podium and sprayed a substance at her, criticizing lawmakers who have pushed anti-immigration rhetoric. The incident occurred during a town hall meeting where Omar was addressing issues related to immigration reform. Omar's actions were seen as defiant by some, but she stated that she prioritized her safety over ending the event early for medical attention. No further details on the identity of the individual responsible or the extent of Omar's injuries have been released.

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