U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar Introduces Resolution Urging U.S. to Join International Criminal Court

WASHINGTON – Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) introduced a resolution calling on the United States to become a full member of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and revoke sanctions and visa bans on ICC officials.

The Congresswoman’s resolution comes days after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced his intention to dismantle the ICC, an independent, credible tribunal built to prosecute the worst crimes known to man.  This move would be antithetical not only to American values, but to global stability and international law.

“I have seen firsthand that impunity breeds more violence,” said. Rep. Omar. “Failure to address atrocities entrenches divisions, prevents healing, and fuels cycles of insecurity. The ICC is a court of last resort, stepping in only when there is credible evidence of war crimes, genocide, or crimes against humanity and a country is unwilling or unable to prosecute those responsible. It is a crucial tool for justice in places where victims have nowhere else to turn. If we truly believe in human rights and the rule of law, we should strengthen international justice—not undermine it. The United States should lead by example and show that no one is above the law."

The resolution is cosponsored by Representatives André Carson (D-IN), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), Jesús "Chuy" García (D-IL), and Nydia Velázquez (D-NY).

The full text of the resolution is available here.

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