Justice Department charges man who squirted apple cider vinegar on Rep. Ilhan Omar

January 29, 2026

The man arrested in Tuesday’s attack faces charge of forcibly assaulting, opposing, impeding and intimidating Omar, according to court papers filed in federal court.

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