Rep.Ilhan Omar Attacked at Town Hall Meeting.

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A man sprayed Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall. People tackled him quickly, and police then arrested him.

Before the attack, Omar spoke about immigration laws. She said the immigration agency, ICE, should be removed.

Police named the man and charged him with assault. The liquid smelled like vinegar but did not hurt anyone badly.

Omar said she was fine and would continue her work. Threats against politicians are now more common than before.

Many leaders said the attack on Omar was wrong. President Trump has often spoken negatively about Omar.

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What happened to Rep. Ilhan Omar at the town hall?

A man sprayed her with a liquid.

What did Omar talk about before the attack?

She spoke about immigration laws and said ICE should be removed.

How did Omar feel after the attack?

Omar said she was fine and would continue her work.

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