Summary
The U.S. Department of Justice charged Anthony Kazmierczak with assault after he sprayed Representative Ilhan Omar with apple cider vinegar during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis. Kazmierczak interrupted Omar while she was addressing public concerns related to federal immigration actions in the area. The incident raised safety concerns as it was initially unclear if the substance used was harmful.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Department of Justice filed a criminal complaint against Anthony Kazmierczak.
- Kazmierczak sprayed Ilhan Omar with apple cider vinegar during a town hall meeting.
- The town hall took place in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- The DOJ accused Kazmierczak of forcibly assaulting and interfering with Omar's public duties.
- Omar was speaking about immigration issues and criticized actions by federal agents.
- Kazmierczak was seen with a syringe when he sprayed the liquid.
- FBI Special Agent Derek Fossi witnessed the incident.
- Kazmierczak has previously expressed threatening sentiments toward Omar.
