U.S. House · MN-05 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Ilhan Omar

Democratic candidate for Minnesota's 5th Congressional District

Minnesota congresswoman and former community educator focused on universal health care, affordable housing, education and workers’ rights.

DistrictMN-05

OfficeCongress

ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Ilhan stands.

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Supports universal single-payer coverage including dental, vision, prescription and reproductive care without patient out-of-pocket costs

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Supports her Homes for All Act, expanded housing vouchers and a national renters’ bill of rights

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Supports codifying abortion rights, repealing the Hyde Amendment and protecting contraception and IVF access

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Supports a Green New Deal, renewable-energy investment and job training for communities harmed by pollution

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Supports universal prekindergarten, affordable childcare and tuition-free public colleges alongside cancellation of student debt

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Supports a $17 national minimum wage, paid family leave and the PRO Act’s protections for union organizing

Record and background

2020
Accomplishment
Helped preserve school meals during closures
Her MEALS Act provisions became law in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, helping maintain school-meal access during closures.
Since 2019
Experience
United States representative
Represents Minnesota’s Fifth District and serves on the Budget and Education and Workforce committees.

Experience
University of Minnesota community educator
Worked as a community educator at the University of Minnesota before running for Congress.
Experience
Minneapolis City Council senior policy aide
Served as a senior policy aide for the Minneapolis City Council before entering Congress.

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