Ilhan Omar attack suspect Anthony Kazmierczak: a convicted felon who made pro-Trump posts

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressJanuary 28, 2026 at 09:45 PM

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Anthony Kazmierczak, 55, was arrested in Minneapolis after allegedly squirting an unknown substance on Congresswoman Ilhan Omar at a town hall event on Tuesday. Kazmierczak, who was tackled and arrested by police, faces a preliminary third-degree assault charge. The incident occurred after Omar called for the abolition of ICE and the firing or impeachment of the Homeland Security Secretary. Minnesota court records indicate Kazmierczak has a criminal history including a felony vehicle theft conviction, multiple DUI arrests, and traffic citations. Furthermore, online activity suggests Kazmierczak has posted content supportive of former President Donald Trump.

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Trevor Folke 30% Alex Pretti 30% Renee Good 30% Kristi Noem 40% US Immigration and Customs Enforcement 50% Minnesota ×250% Donald Trump 60% Minneapolis ×270% Anthony Kazmierczak ×490% Ilhan Omar ×390%

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ilhan omar 100% anthony kazmierczak 90% attack 80% assault 70% pro-trump 60% criminal history 60% syringe 50% town hall 50% immigration and customs enforcement 40%

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