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One day after attack, Rep. Ilhan Omar says 'fear and intimidation' don't work on her

By Peter Cox
Published January 29, 2026 at 3:56 AM CST

Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar spoke at a Minneapolis mall Wednesday, one day after a man sprayed her with liquid as she addressed a town hall. Omar said "fear and intimidation" won't stop her.

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