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Oct 18, 2026 at 9:03 PM ET
Obama says Omar investigation is meant to intimidate her
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Former President Barack Obama said the Trump administration’s investigation of Rep. Ilhan Omar amounted to a “transparent” effort to intimidate her. Obama made the criticism in a lengthy statement posted online.
WHO: Former President Barack Obama
WHAT: Obama criticized the Trump administration’s investigation of Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying it was an effort to intimidate her.
WHEN: Reported Oct 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Obama’s statement responded to the Trump administration’s investigation of Omar.
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