Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) was assaulted Tuesday evening during a town hall event in North Minneapolis. She continued with her town hall because she doesn’t let bullies win.”Squad (and Bernie Sanders) - Activate! Ilhan Omar showed incredible courage by continuing her town hall after being attacked last night,” Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said . Ilhan Omar was reportedly sprayed in the face tonight —And, she runs after the attacker?!! The camera was fixated on this guy right before Ilhan Omar takes the podium.