MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has filed for divorce from her husband, citing an “irretrievable breakdown” of her marriage.
The freshman Democrat filed for divorce from Ahmed Hirsi on Friday in Minnesota’s Hennepin County District Court. Omar and Hirsi have been legally married since 2018 but have been together for years.
The petition, which Omar signed Friday while in Burkina Faso, does not elaborate on what caused the marriage to break down. It comes more than a month after a Washington, D.C., woman accused Omar of having an affair with her husband.
When Omar was asked at the time whether she was separated from her husband or dating someone, she told WCCO-TV, “No, I am not.” She has since declined to discuss her personal life.
Omar’s attorney, Jaime Driggs, issued a statement Monday saying: “As with all marriages, this is intensely personal and a difficult time for their family. For years, Ilhan and Ahmed have been the object of speculation and innuendo from political opponents and the media.”
Driggs said this has taken a toll on the family, and that Omar wished for privacy and would have no further comment.
When asked specifically whether Omar had an affair, Driggs did not answer but referred back to his statement. Omar’s office said it would only discuss official matters.
The court case does not list an attorney for Hirsi. A working phone number for Hirsi was not immediately available and he did not return emailed requests for comment.
Detail of Ilhan Omar Brother
Contents
| Date | Detail |
| 2016 | Allegations against Omar surface |
| 2019 | Omar files divorce from Elmi |
| 2019 | Omar files for divorce from Elmi |
| 2020 | Trump makes claims against Omar |
Omar Divorce Filing
In 2019, Omar filed for divorce from Ahmed Elmi, describing their relationship’s breakdown as “irretrievable.” Some argue that this could be an indication of the marriage’s fraudulent nature, while others suggest there are countless reasons for divorce, making it an unreliable piece of evidence.
Donald Trump’s Allegations
Former President Donald Trump didn’t hold back, claiming Omar “married her brother” and even suggested she harbors resentment towards America. These allegations, however, were met with backlash, with many viewing them as baseless and prejudiced.
Final Words
The swirling rumors around Ilhan Omar’s supposed marriage to her brother have, no doubt, been a source of intense speculation and discussion. But as of now, the concrete evidence is lacking.
Faqs
Q: What did the PolitiFact investigation conclude?
A: PolitiFact found no credible evidence backing the allegations.
Q: Did Ilhan Omar marry her brother?
A: There is no concrete evidence supporting this claim.
Q: Did Donald Trump comment on these allegations?
A: Yes, he claimed Omar “married her brother” and expressed animosity towards America.