The man arrested for Tuesday’s attack has posted online in support of the Republican president. Trump baselessly accused Omar of staging the attack. The attack on Omar was a reminder of the country’s threatening political climate, which has led some lawmakers to limit public events or not seek reelection. Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Minneapolis. Officers immediately tackled and arrested Kazmierczak.