Why hasn't Ilhan Omar Been Deported? Because fact-checkers say there's no evidence. The same ones who promoted the Russia, COVID & J6 Hoax

If you scan the legacy and or social media, you will find that 

fact-checks, such as those from Snopes and Politifact, have debunked rumors the Ilhan Omar Iiedin in her immigration application, that she is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood and that she can be deported.  However, deportation decisions are handled by the executive branch (DHS and DOJ), not Congress or public petitions.

Ilhan Omar, a Democratic U.S. Representative from Minnesota, is a naturalized American citizen who obtained her citizenship in 2000 after arriving in the United States as a refugee from Somalia in the 1990s. As a U.S. citizen, she cannot be deported under U.S. immigration law, which generally applies deportation only to non-citizens (such as undocumented immigrants, visa overstays, or green card holders who commit certain crimes). Deportation of a naturalized citizen would first require a rare and complex process called denaturalization, where the government proves in court that citizenship was obtained through fraud, concealment of material facts, or willful misrepresentation during the naturalization process.

Key Reasons She Has Not Been Deported

1. Lack of Legal Grounds for Denaturalization: Despite persistent allegations—primarily from conservative critics—that Omar committed immigration fraud (e.g., claims she married her brother to help him immigrate, or falsified records for refugee status), these have not been substantiated with evidence sufficient for legal action. U.S. authorities, including the Department of Justice and immigration agencies, have not initiated denaturalization proceedings against her. Denaturalization cases are uncommon and typically involve clear proof, such as lying about war crimes or terrorist affiliations during the application process—not political disagreements or unproven rumors

Political Rhetoric vs. Legal Reality: Calls for her deportation have intensified in 2025, often from Republican figures and online commentators, amid broader debates over immigration and her vocal criticism of U.S. policies (e.g., on Israel or Somalia). For instance:

Texas Rep. Brandon Gill circulated a petition in February 2025 urging her deportation, claiming she prioritizes "undocumented immigrants" over Americans.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier called for it in June 2025, responding to her criticisms of the Trump administration.

Social media posts on X (formerly Twitter) frequently echo these demands, especially in response to her statements on topics like the Epstein files, but these are opinions, not official actions. Omar has dismissed such calls as baseless and "dumbass" rhetoric.

These demands often stem from her advocacy for Somalia-related issues or her progressive stances, which critics interpret as disloyalty to the U.S.  However, expressing political views, even controversial ones, is protected under the First Amendment and does not constitute grounds for denaturalization or deportation.

No Active Proceedings or Changes in Status: As of August 2025, Omar remains a sitting member of Congress, actively sponsoring legislation on immigration and other issues. There are no reports of ongoing investigations by federal agencies that could lead to denaturalization. Hypothetical scenarios discussed online (e.g., on Reddit) about her expulsion from Congress or deportation remain speculative and not rooted in current events

Broader Context

• Historical Allegations: Rumors about Omar's personal life and immigration history date back to her 2018 election, but fact-checks and investigations (e.g., by Politifact and others) have found no conclusive evidence of wrongdoing that would invalidate her citizenship.
• Immigration Policy Debates: Omar herself advocates for pathways to citizenship for refugees and others, which contrasts with calls for her own deportation. Bills like the Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 aim to restrict citizenship rules but do not retroactively apply to cases like hers

• Public Opinion: While some polls and social media show support for deportation among conservatives, this does not translate to legal authority. Deportation decisions are handled by the executive branch (e.g., DHS and DOJ), not Congress or public petitions.

In summary, Ilhan Omar has not been deported because she is a U.S. citizen with no proven basis for revoking that status. The calls for her deportation appear to be driven by political opposition rather than enforceable legal claims. If new evidence emerges or legal actions are taken, her status could theoretically change, but nothing indicates that as of now.

Ilhan Omar Relationship To Muslim Organizations 

Ilhan Omar served on the Advisory Board of CAIR-Minnesota prior to her election to Congress in 2018, as documented in her biographical profiles and community involvement records. CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) is a prominent Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization in the U.S., but it has faced longstanding accusations of being a front for or having ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamist political movement founded in Egypt in 1928. These claims originate from evidence presented in the 2007-2008 Holy Land Foundation (HLF) terrorism financing trial, where CAIR was named an unindicted co-conspirator and documents linked some of its founders to Hamas (a Muslim Brotherhood offshoot) and broader Brotherhood networks in America.

The FBI testified in 2025 that CAIR functions as a Hamas front, prompting calls from figures like Sen. Tom Cotton for investigations into its tax-exempt status. However, CAIR vehemently denies these allegations, positioning itself as a defender of American Muslim rights and challenging claims as Islamophobic smears. The U.S. government has not designated CAIR as a terrorist organization, though some states and lawmakers have passed resolutions urging disassociation from it due to perceived Brotherhood links.

Her past role with CAIR-Minnesota and attendance at CAIR events (e.g., speaking at fundraisers or receiving awards).

Fact-checks, such as those from Snopes and Politifact, have debunked related rumors (e.g., "secret fundraisers with terror-tied groups") as misrepresentations or conflations of organizations. Omar herself identifies as a progressive Democrat, Sunni Muslim, and advocate for refugee rights, drawing from her Somali refugee background. She has condemned terrorism, including by Hamas, while criticizing policies she views as enabling extremism. Her membership in the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) is confirmed and focuses on issues affecting Black communities, with no connection to the Muslim Brotherhood

In summary, while Omar's associations and statements have fueled speculation and politically motivated attacks labeling her as Brotherhood-linked, these remain unsubstantiated allegations rather than proven facts. The Muslim Brotherhood itself is not designated a terrorist group by the U.S. (unlike in some countries like Egypt or Saudi Arabia), though its offshoots like Hamas are

Ilhan Omar's Naturaluzation Irregularities 

Naturalization records, including those related to Ilhan Omar's citizenship, are not publicly accessible under standard U.S. federal privacy laws, such as the Privacy Act of 1974 and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) exemptions. These laws protect personal immigration and naturalization information for living individuals unless the person consents or a court order mandates disclosure. 

Omar, who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee from Somalia in 1995, reportedly became a naturalized citizen in 2000 at age 17, deriving her citizenship  as a minor through her father's naturalization process under U.S. immigration law (8 U.S.C. § 1433).  However, controversies and allegations from  critics and investigative reports have fueled speculation that her records are "sealed" due to potential fraud or inconsistencies. Key claims include:

Lack of Records for Her Father: A 2023 USCIS response to a public records request by AJ Kern stated no naturalization records were found for Omar's father, Nur Said Elmi Mohamed (also known as Nur Omar Mohamed), under various name variations. Critics argue this implies Omar could not have derived citizenship through him, potentially making her ineligible for office. Kern's request was possible because Omar's father died in 2020, allowing searches for deceased individuals' records without privacy restrictions

Immigration and Marriage Fraud Allegations: Persistent rumors, amplified by outlets like PJ Media and the Daily Mail, claim Omar married her brother (Ahmed Nur Said Elmi) in 2009 to help him immigrate fraudulently while she was already married to another man (Ahmed Hirsi) in a religious ceremony. These allegations suggest her family changed names to enter the U.S. illegally in 1995 and that she committed perjury on divorce and immigration documents

A 2020 review by Christopher Wray's FBI

reportedly examined these claims but did not result in charges or public findings. Omar has denied the accusations, calling them baseless and refusing to release personal records, which she attributes to privacy concerns and political attacks.

Birth Date and Eligibility Disputes: Some reports allege Omar altered her birth year from 1981 to 1982 on public profiles (e.g., Wikipedia, Minnesota legislative pages) to fit the timeline for deriving citizenship as a minor. If born in 1981, she would have been 18 by her father's eligibility for naturalization (after five years of U.S. residency starting in 1995), requiring her to apply independently. No verifiable evidence supports this change being fraudulent, and mainstream fact-checkers like PolitiFact have noted limited records from war-torn Somalia make such claims hard to prove or disprove.

These allegations have led to calls for denaturalization and deportation from figures like Ron DeSantis and Marjorie Taylor Greene, often tied to Omar's pro-Somalia statements or criticism of U.S. policy