President Trump criticized Rep. Ilhan Omar this week as House Republicans intensified an investigation into her rapidly rising net worth. The comments followed new scrutiny from the House Oversight Committee, which is examining Omar’s financial disclosures for possible ethics and reporting violations.
Donald Trump accused Ilhan Omar of benefiting from a dramatic increase in household assets after entering Congress. Trump questioned how a lawmaker with a limited private-sector background could report such significant wealth growth in a short period of time, arguing the situation reflects broader accountability failures in Washington.
House Republicans, led by Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, have expanded their inquiry into Omar’s finances. The probe is focused on her annual financial disclosure reports, which show her household net worth jumping from modest figures to multimillion-dollar ranges within several years. Investigators are reviewing whether all income sources, business interests, and asset valuations were properly reported as required under federal law.
Central to the investigation is Omar’s husband, political consultant Tim Mynett, whose private business ventures reportedly increased sharply in value. Republican lawmakers are examining whether those valuations were accurately disclosed and whether any conflicts of interest exist. Committee members have indicated subpoenas remain an option if cooperation is limited.
Omar has denied any wrongdoing and dismissed the investigation as politically driven. Her office maintains that the disclosure forms rely on broad valuation ranges and comply with House ethics standards. Democrats have echoed that defense, arguing Republicans are using oversight authority to target a political opponent.
President Trump framed the issue as a matter of fairness and transparency, saying elected officials who promote progressive economic policies should face strict scrutiny when their personal wealth grows quickly while in office.
