Summary
A man named Anthony Kazmierczak was arrested for spraying an unknown substance on U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar during a town hall in Minneapolis. The incident followed Omar's speech criticizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Kazmierczak faces charges of third-degree assault.
Key Facts
- Anthony Kazmierczak, aged 55, was identified as the suspect.
- The incident happened during Ilhan Omar's town hall meeting in Minneapolis.
- Kazmierczak allegedly used a syringe to spray an unknown liquid on Omar.
- He was arrested and booked on charges of third-degree assault.
- Omar had recently spoken out against ICE and called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign.
- Tensions in Minneapolis are high following fatal shootings by federal immigration agents.
- The Minneapolis Police Department is involved in the investigation.