U.S. President Donald Trump alleges that the Department of Justice is investigating the wealth of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who has seen her net worth increase significantly, partly due to her husband's business ventures. Trump also announced plans to send border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota amid protests following the fatal shooting of demonstrator Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers. Trump claims that a major investigation is ongoing into Minnesota's welfare fraud, which he links to violent protests, and suggests that Omar, who emigrated from Somalia with nothing, is now worth over $44 million, largely due to her husband's financial activities. The investigation into Omar's finances is fueled by her recent disclosures showing her assets have surged, with her husband's business dealings under scrutiny. Her husband, Tim Mynett, and William Hailer, a longtime political operative, are central figures. Hailer has settled multiple lawsuits related to fraud allegations involving cannabis and wine ventures, including a case where he was accused of soliciting investments under false pretenses. Hailer and Mynett co-founded several firms, including Rose Lake Capital LLC and eStCru winery, with the latter experiencing a valuation jump from under $50,000 to several million dollars. Further allegations involve Hailer and Mynett's involvement in fraudulent schemes, such as promising high returns to investors and misrepresenting their business success. They faced scrutiny over their firm's valuation and the removal of high-profile advisors from their website amid accusations of misrepresentation. Hailer and Mynett's ventures have also faced bankruptcy and legal challenges, with investigations into their financial practices ongoing. Trump has called for investigations into Omar's wealth, accusing her of financial and political crimes, and has criticized her for her connections to her husband's business activities. Omar, a vocal critic of Trump, has responded by condemning his attacks and accusing him of having an obsession with her. The controversy is part of broader scrutiny over Minnesota's alleged welfare fraud and immigration enforcement practices, which have drawn national attention and condemnation, especially regarding the treatment of Somali immigrants and the use of force by federal agents.