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J.D. VanceVICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

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Vance Says DOJ Is Looking Into Allegations Involving Omar

Vice President J.D. Vance said the Justice Department was looking into allegations involving Rep. Ilhan Omar. Coverage differs on whether to foreground his suspicions about her marriage or the reported inquiry and its evidentiary caveats.

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Center and right-leaning outlets report that Vice President J.D. Vance said the Justice Department was looking into allegations involving Rep. Ilhan Omar.

Center outlets foreground Vance’s suspicions about Omar’s marriage and his comments on prosecution. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Vance’s account of DOJ scrutiny and the allegations; some note Omar’s denials or that claims remain unproven, while one article criticizes TV networks for not covering the story.

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“Vance's suspicions about Omar's marriage”

Center outlets foreground Vance’s suspicions about Omar’s marriage and his comments on prosecution; one article also describes a House inquiry into her husband’s businesses.

MediaiteMAY 19 · 3:14 PM ET

JD Vance Previews Ilhan Omar Fraud Investigation: 'Fishy'Vance said the allegations warranted investigation and described his views on asylum and refugee fraud.CRED 65BAL 55 MIXED

Daily MailMAY 19 · 4:16 PM ET

Vance says 'something fishy' about Ilhan Omar's marriage as he confirms DOJ is hunting a crime to prosecuteVance said the Justice Department was examining whether Omar committed a crime and suggested her marriage raised suspicions.CRED 54BAL 40 MIXED2 ARTICLES FROM DAILY MAIL

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“Vance's account of DOJ scrutiny”

Right-leaning outlets center Vance’s claim that DOJ is examining allegations, often recounting the fraud claims; some also note Omar’s denials or that claims remain unproven.

Fox NewsMAY 19 · 4:02 PM ET

Vance says Justice Department looking into Ilhan Omar immigration fraudVance told reporters that the Justice Department is examining whether Omar committed immigration fraud.CRED 69BAL 50 MIXED2 ARTICLES FROM FOX NEWS

New York PostMAY 19 · 2:28 PM ET

Vance says Rep. Ilhan Omar is under DOJ investigation 'right now'Vance disclosed the investigation at a White House briefing and said the allegations warranted scrutiny.CRED 65BAL 40 MIXED

The Daily CallerMAY 19 · 4:15 PM ET

Ilhan Omar Faces DOJ Investigation, JD Vance Tells Daily CallerVance told a reporter that the Justice Department was looking into Omar’s case and said he did not want to prejudge it.CRED 54BAL 45 MIXED

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International Business Times UKRep Ilhan Omar Under DOJ Investigation? JD Vance Revealed That She's Being Investigated Over Possible Immigration FraudNO PUBLISHED LEAN

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“Vance's suspicions about Omar's marriage”

Center outlets foreground Vance’s suspicions about Omar’s marriage and his comments on prosecution; one article also describes a House inquiry into her husband’s businesses.

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MediaiteMAY 19 · 3:14 PM ET

JD Vance Previews Ilhan Omar Fraud Investigation: 'Fishy'Vance said the allegations warranted investigation and described his views on asylum and refugee fraud.CRED 65BAL 55 MIXED

Daily MailMAY 19 · 4:16 PM ET

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International Business Times UK · Rep Ilhan Omar Under DOJ Investigation? JD Vance Revealed That She's Being Investigated Over Possible Immigration Fraud
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