A political dispute involving Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota intensified this week after Rep. Randy Fine of Florida said he supports former President Donald Trump’s call for stronger action against the Democratic congresswoman. The remarks, made during a televised interview, come amid renewed debate over immigration policy, federal oversight of public assistance programs, and allegations of misconduct that Omar has repeatedly denied.
The controversy unfolded following Trump’s comments at a political rally in North Carolina, where he referenced ongoing investigations into alleged fraud involving federal aid programs in Minnesota. The former president also repeated claims he has made in the past regarding Omar’s personal history—claims that have been widely disputed and have not resulted in criminal charges.
Fine, speaking Sunday on Newsmax’s Sunday Agenda, said he believes the situation involving Omar highlights what he described as systemic problems in U.S. immigration enforcement and accountability. His statements immediately drew attention due to their unusually aggressive framing and the broader political implications surrounding them.
Statements Spark Renewed Political Debate
During his appearance on Newsmax, Fine drew a distinction between disciplinary action within Congress and broader immigration enforcement measures. While emphasizing that he does not believe Omar should be removed from her congressional seat through internal House procedures, he said he supports exploring other legal avenues related to her immigration status.
“I don’t think Ilhan Omar should be expelled from Congress,” Fine said during the interview. “I think she should be expelled from the United States, and that’s something that I’m working on.”
