President Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm by calling for a criminal probe into Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) over her rapid wealth increase while in public office.
Trump made the demand via a Truth Social post on Thursday, questioning how Omar, who represents Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District, could amass a reported net worth of up to $30 million. The Somalia-born lawmaker, a prominent member of the left-leaning group known as “the Squad,” is already under scrutiny by the House Oversight Committee for her and her husband Tim Mynett’s finances. Republican lawmakers, led by Chairman James Comer (R-KY), are investigating the dramatic rise in their assets since Omar joined Congress in 2019.
According to Breitbart, the issue has sparked intense debate over transparency and accountability in public office. While some see the scrutiny as necessary oversight, others view it as a targeted campaign against a progressive figure.
Trump didn’t mince words in his Thursday post, casting doubt on the legitimacy of Omar’s financial gains. “There is no way such wealth could have been accumulated, legally, while being paid the salary of a politician,” he declared. Such a pointed jab suggests deeper concerns about potential misconduct that deserve answers.
Public reporting, first highlighted by the Washington Free Beacon, paints a stark contrast between Mynett’s past and present finances. Just a couple of years ago, his ventures were reportedly struggling—one winery had only $650 in the bank as of February 2024, while another firm, Rose Lake Capital, held a mere $42.44. How, then, did things turn around so quickly?
Financial disclosures from May 2025, as cited by Yahoo! News, show Omar listing two major assets tied to Mynett, whom she married in 2020. One, a winery business, is valued between $1 million and $5 million, while a venture capital firm is pegged at $5 million to $25 million. That’s a leap to a net worth potentially hitting $30 million, even after factoring in liabilities like Omar’s student loan debt of up to $50,000.
The House Oversight Committee is already on the case, seeking clarity on this sudden prosperity. Chairman Comer has emphasized the need for answers through congressional oversight. It’s hard to ignore the timing of such wealth accumulation during Omar’s tenure.
Omar, for her part, has pushed back against the narrative of newfound riches. “Since getting elected, there has been a coordinated right-wing disinformation campaign claiming all sorts of wild things, including the ridiculous claim I am worth millions of dollars, which is categorically false,” she told Business Insider last year. Yet, with disclosures showing millions in assets, that denial seems at odds with the paperwork.
Adding fuel to the fire is the backdrop of Omar’s district, which has faced allegations of widespread fraud involving federal social services funding. While no direct link to Omar has been proven, the reported scale of misuse—potentially billions—raises questions about oversight in her area. It’s a messy context that only intensifies calls for scrutiny.
On Thursday, while Trump’s post was making waves, Omar appeared focused elsewhere, posting on X about a surge of some 3,000 immigration enforcement agents into Minnesota, particularly Minneapolis. She urged constituents to skip work, school, and shopping to join an “ICE out of Minnesota” rally. It’s a bold pivot, but does it dodge the bigger issue?
Immigration enforcement is a hot-button topic, and Minnesota’s unique demographic challenges add layers of complexity. Before wading into policy critiques, it’s worth noting that federal actions like this often aim to address unauthorized migration concerns. Still, Omar’s call to rally suggests she’s prioritizing activism over addressing the financial questions at hand.
Critics might argue that such distractions are convenient when facing serious allegations. If wealth accumulation in office isn’t explained transparently, public trust erodes—especially for a lawmaker already under a congressional lens. Omar’s silence on Trump’s latest remarks, as of Friday, only fuels speculation.
The rapid shift from near-empty bank accounts to multimillion-dollar valuations is tough to reconcile without hard evidence. Lawmakers aren’t expected to live in poverty, but such dramatic gains naturally draw skepticism. The public deserves clarity, not deflection.
This saga isn’t just about Omar—it’s about the broader principle of accountability in governance. If oversight reveals no wrongdoing, fine; if it uncovers issues, action must follow. Either way, stonewalling or sidestepping with unrelated causes won’t cut it in the court of public opinion.