Federal authorities conducted a search of Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar’s home just weeks before Election Day, prompting sharp criticism from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Calling the raid part of a broader pattern, Jeffries accused right-wing conspiracy theorists of targeting the congresswoman for years. The move has reignited debates over political motivations behind law enforcement actions ahead of a closely watched election. Critics question whether the timing and allegations against Omar reflect broader partisan tensions in Washington.


House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Monday doubled down on his opposition to the federal raid on Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar’s (D) home, which came just three weeks before Election Day. “Right-wing conspiracy theorists have been targeting Rep. Omar for about eight years,” Jeffries told reporters at a campaign event in New Hampshire, according...