Rep. Randy Fine, a Republican from Florida, announced plans to seek the expulsion of Rep. Ilhan Omar if the Justice Department finds her guilty of immigration fraud. This follows a federal court filing that raised questions about her identity, though it does not confirm any wrongdoing. Omar, who became a U.S. citizen in 2000, has denied any allegations and described the investigation as politically motivated. The House can expel a member with a two-thirds vote, but allegations alone do not lead to automatic removal.
Key facts
- Rep. Randy Fine plans to expel Rep. Ilhan Omar if found guilty of immigration fraud.
- Omar is a naturalized U.S. citizen, born in Somalia and became a citizen in 2000.
- A federal court filing raised questions about Omar's identity but does not confirm fraud.
- The House requires a two-thirds vote to expel a member.
- Omar's residence was searched as part of a federal investigation.
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