‘Unknown Substance’ Sprayed On Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Finally Revealed

A man was arrested in Minneapolis after spraying U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar with a foul-smelling liquid during a town hall meeting on federal immigration enforcement. The incident briefly disrupted the event, but Omar soon returned to the microphone and continued speaking.

The disruption occurred Tuesday night at a gathering in north Minneapolis attended by local and state officials. Witnesses said a man approached Omar from the front rows and sprayed her with liquid from a syringe-like object while telling her to resign, before being tackled by security.

Police arrested the man on suspicion of third-degree assault. Authorities said the substance was non-toxic, and Omar was not injured. Her office later confirmed she was stable and unharmed.

Early reports focused on uncertainty about the liquid used. Some witnesses described an irritating smell similar to ammonia, while later reporting from local outlets suggested it may have been apple cider vinegar, citing law enforcement sources.

The incident followed Omar’s sharp criticism of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, remarks that drew applause from the audience moments before the attack.

After a short pause, Omar declined medical attention and addressed the crowd, saying she would not be intimidated. She later described the attacker as having chosen “the wrong person,” emphasizing resilience.

The episode unfolded amid heightened political tension around immigration enforcement in Minnesota. It also highlighted broader concerns about rising threats against public officials, as authorities continue investigating the assault and circumstances surrounding the incident.