Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar was attacked at an event she was hosting on Tuesday, when an audience member used a syringe to spray liquid at her, Minneapolis police reported. Omar was uninjured and continued her speech, asserting, I'm ok. I'm a survivor so this small agitator isn't going to intimidate me from doing my work. I don't let bullies win, she stated on social media platform X. The assailant, Anthony James Kazmierczak, 55, has since been charged with third-degree assault and is in custody. The nature of the liquid has yet to be identified, though it was noted by an eyewitness that it had a sour smell akin to some chemical products.

Omar, a prominent figure and critic of President Trump, was addressing urgent issues surrounding recent immigration policies and violence in her community, including two recent fatal shootings involving federal agents. Despite the attack, she pressed on, emphasizing the strength of the Minnesota community and vowing to push back against fearmongering tactics.

Local leadership, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, denounced the violence, stressing that it has no place in civil discourse. The incident adds to the rising concerns surrounding threats against lawmakers, as reported by authorities indicating a 50% increase in such threats in the past year. Omar remains undeterred and committed to her role in Congress, advocating for the rights and welfare of her constituents.