Omar confronted on camera over GOP proposal targeting foreign-born lawmakers: ‘Good luck to her’
Rep. Ilhan Omar responded to a GOP proposal that would bar foreign-born individuals from serving in Congress, expressing indifference to the legislation. The proposal, introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace, aims to impose a natural-born citizen requirement for congressional members. Omar, a naturalized citizen from Somalia, stated she is not worried about the proposal's chances of passing.
- ▪Rep. Nancy Mace proposed a constitutional amendment to bar foreign-born individuals from serving in Congress.
- ▪Omar was one of three foreign-born lawmakers specifically mentioned by Mace in her announcement.
- ▪There are currently 26 members of Congress who are not natural-born citizens.
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Congress Omar confronted on camera over GOP proposal targeting foreign-born lawmakers: ‘Good luck to her’ Nancy Mace named Omar alongside two other foreign-born Democrats, saying their 'loyalty is not to America' By Hannah Brennan Fox News Published May 25, 2026 6:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Omar reacts on camera after GOP lawmaker targets her with constitutional amendment Rep. Ilhan Omar reacted after Rep. Nancy Mace proposed a constitutional amendment that would bar foreign-born individuals from serving in Congress, dismissing the effort with a blunt response. (Credit: Nicholas Ballasy for Fox News Digital) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep.
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