Press Releases
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.
WASHINGTON – Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) released the following statement in response to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's announcement on his intent to dismantle the International Criminal Court:
“Secretary Rubio’s announcement that he will dismantle the International Criminal Court is reckless and dangerous. It undermines the rule of law, weakens global accountability, and turns America's back on the values we claim to champion.
WASHINGTON–Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) introduced nine amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The amendments aim to center human rights in the military and foreign policy; strengthen congressional oversight over the DoD’s use of artificial intelligence; support Sudanese civil society; and hold governments engaged in transnational repression accountable.
The amendments introduced by Rep. Omar include:
Omar #1151 – Bans arms sales to any country engaged in transnational repression against U.S. citizens.
Omar #1152 – Repeals the Alien Enemies Act.
WASHINGTON – The House Committee on Education and Workforce today passed two bipartisan bills led by Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) that will strengthen protections for injured federal workers and improve government accountability during today’s Education and Workforce Committee markup.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday afternoon, theMinnesota Congressional Delegation announced that it is contributing a collection of original images of Minnesota in 2026 for a Congressional Time Capsule in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary. The Minnesota collection includes photographs from across Minnesota’s eight Congressional Districts as well as accompanying letters from the delegation that explain their significance to their districts, state, and nation.
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WASHINGTON — Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-MN) spoke on the House Floor in opposition to Republicans' budget reconciliation bill, which would add $70 billion to ICE's slush fund.
WASHINGTON – Workforce Protections Subcommittee Ranking Member Ilhan Omar (MN-05) delivered the following opening statement at today’s Workforce Protections Subcommittee hearing entitled, “On Call for America: Strengthening Access Through Locum Tenens Providers.”
“Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to our witnesses for joining us today.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) reintroduced the Frank Adelmann Manufactured Housing Community Sustainability Act, which would incentivize manufactured home park owners to sell the park to community residents or nonprofits, rather than another developer or landlord. Rep. Omar is joined by Congressman Chris Pappas (D-NH) in co-leading this legislation. Companion legislation is being introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH).