Rep. Ilhan Omar’s residence searched as part of ongoing criminal investigation: DOJ

What happened: A DOJ spokesperson said Rep. Ilhan Omar's Washington, D.C.-area residence was searched early Monday as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Sources told ABC News the investigation relates to her immigration paperwork. Key numbers: The search came 22 days before the midterm elections, with early voting starting in Minnesota later this week. Why it matters: Omar said the search is an attempt to target political enemies and weaponize federal law enforcement, and that she will not be silenced. She has denied wrongdoing and has not been charged with a crime. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

A DOJ spokesperson said Rep. Ilhan Omar's Washington, D.C.-area residence was searched early Monday as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Sources told ABC News the investigation relates to her immigration paperwork.

Omar said the search is an attempt to target political enemies and weaponize federal law enforcement, and that she will not be silenced. She has denied wrongdoing and has not been charged with a crime.