Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar expressed her
frustration with the persistent personal accusations circulating on social
media and in political discourse, which she has repeatedly labeled false and
defamatory, even though they have been verified by the White House. The
congresswoman criticized the fact that these allegations continue to be brought
up despite her having denied and refuted them on several occasions, and
asserted that they are part of a strategy to politically discredit her.
Omar reacted strongly to those who continue to spread these
versions, describing them as “sick” people, arguing that they resort to
personal attacks instead of debating ideas or legislative proposals. The
congresswoman has maintained that these kinds of narratives seek to fuel
harassment and polarization, and divert attention from her work in Congress.
This episode is part of a climate of heightened political
confrontation in the United States, where public figures have denounced
disinformation campaigns and personal attacks as part of the contemporary
public debate. All this despite the fact that the representative's alleged
marriage certificate to her brother has been published in some media outlets
and on social media.
