Ilhan Omar

Ilhan has always had veterans backs and she was on of the first members of congress to sign onto our End the Forever Pledge to stop the war in Afghanistan. We are proud to re-endorse her in Minnesota’s 5th!

Jose Vasquez, U.S. Army veteran and Executive Director of Common Defense, released the following statement:

“We are proud to stand with these champions in Minnesota because they treat governance as a true public trust and a lifelong obligation to the people they represent. At a time when partisan extremism threatens the fundamental stability of our democratic processes, we need leaders like Kelly Morrison, Betty McCollum, and Ilhan Omar who focus entirely on the needs of everyday families. Veterans in the North Star State deserve lawmakers who honor their commitments through tangible legislation—expanding healthcare access, securing economic fairness, and safeguarding our constitutional liberties. These representatives have proven that they have the courage and resolve necessary to protect the democratic fabric of our nation.”

Naveed Shah, U.S. Army veteran and Political Director at Common Defense, added:

“The path to protecting our future runs through the North Star State. Common Defense members have been organizing on the ground in Minnesota for years, and we know that voters are looking for candidates who lead with integrity. Reps. Morrison, McCollum, and Omar bring the accountability and steadiness we expect from public servants. From Rep. Morrison’s focus on healthcare access to Rep. McCollum’s senior leadership on appropriations and Rep. Omar’s relentless advocacy for working people, this slate represents the absolute best of Minnesota. We are ready to mobilize our grassroots power to ensure these leaders continue their vital work in Congress.”