John, Republicans kicking Ilhan Omar off of the Foreign Affairs Committee is nothing short of racist, Islamophobic hypocrisy. It’s also a clear attempt to silence an outspoken critic of human rights abuses and oppressive regimes worldwide.

Let us be clear: We unequivocally stand with Ilhan and will continue to support her as she endures hate-filled, hypocritical attacks from the GOP. We have her back as she stands-strong in the face of these ugly attacks:

Ilhan Omar: "I will continue to speak for the families who are seeking justice around the world— whether they are displaced in refugee camps or hiding under their bed somewhere like I was. I didn’t come to Congress to be silent. I came to Congress to be their voice."
This vote to oust Ilhan didn’t occur in a vacuum. Republicans, mega GOP donors, Donald Trump, and others have been going after Ilhan and other progressive women of color for years because they speak truth to power and aren’t afraid to go up against the political status quo to stand up for what’s right.

We’re going to continue to fight to support and elect more leaders like Ilhan Omar who truly represent the people. Will you contribute $3 right now to support our work?

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Ilhan made history with her appointment to the House Foreign Affairs Committee not just because of who she is, but what she did — challenge any foreign policy that turns a blind eye to corruption or crime for the sake of political interests.

Ilhan went up against the entire political establishment in DC. She questioned war criminals and stood up for victims of violence across the world — and she never backed down.

We need more leaders like Ilhan in Congress. Please make your best gift right now to help us recruit the next generation of Justice Democrats to serve in Congress.

Together we will continue to work to transform the Democratic Party from the inside out.

In solidarity,

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