Omar, Walz Somali Pal ARRESTED During Sweeping ICE Raid

A fraud-convicted Somali illegal immigrant, photographed cozying up to top Minnesota Democrats, finally faced ICE cuffs after two decades of sanctuary shield—exposing how politics shielded crime.

Story Snapshot

ICE arrested Abdul Dahir Ibrahim, a Somali with a 2004 deportation order, linked to Gov. Tim Walz, Rep. Ilhan Omar, and others.
Arrest ties into “Operation Metro Surge,” with 2,400+ agents targeting Somali fraud networks in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
Sanctuary policies in Minnesota ignored federal removal orders, enabling fraud amid scandals like $250M Feeding Our Future.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem surges resources to halt government fund abuse, defying protests and Democratic pushback.
Over 400 arrests signal federal crackdown on criminal illegals, contrasting state protection of communities.

Abdul Dahir Ibrahim’s Fraudulent Path to Arrest

Abdul Dahir Ibrahim entered the U.S. in 1995 after Canada deported him for welfare and asylum fraud. An immigration judge issued a removal order in 2004 due to his fraud convictions. Minnesota’s sanctuary policies allowed him to evade deportation for 20 years. ICE arrested him in early December 2025 during operations in the Twin Cities. Photographs show Ibrahim alongside Gov. Tim Walz, Rep. Ilhan Omar, and failed mayoral candidate Omar Fatah, raising questions about political favoritism.

Common sense demands accountability: ignoring deportation orders undermines law and order, core American values. Facts confirm Ibrahim’s ties to Democrats align with patterns of leniency toward illegals who exploit systems.

Operation Metro Surge Targets Somali Fraud Networks

DHS launched Operation Metro Surge post-Thanksgiving 2025, deploying 2,400 agents to Minneapolis-St. Paul. The operation focuses on Somali nationals amid massive fraud scandals. Over 400 arrests occurred by mid-December, including criminals shielded by local policies. Secretary Kristi Noem announced additional agents to stop abuse of government funds in child nutrition programs. Federal agents raided areas like Cedar-Riverside and Brooklyn Park, clashing with protesters.

YouTuber Nick Shirley exposed vacant Somali-run daycares claiming federal payments, fueling the surge. The Feeding Our Future scandal defrauded over $250 million, with ties to the Walz administration. Conservative principles prioritize fiscal responsibility; these facts expose how sanctuary havens breed waste and corruption.

Democratic Ties and Political Backlash

Gov. Tim Walz faces criticism for Minnesota’s sanctuary stance that protected Ibrahim despite his 2004 order. Rep. Ilhan Omar, photographed with him, accused ICE of targeting her son without records—claims ICE denied. President Trump’s posts highlighted Somalis “taking over” Minnesota, using sharp rhetoric against Walz and Omar, preceding the surge. Omar Fatah’s photo with Ibrahim adds to Democratic connections.

Protests erupted after incidents like tackling a U.S. citizen Somali-American and the FBI-probed shooting of Renee Good, who allegedly tried to run over an agent. Democrats decry racial profiling; facts show operations target criminals, not citizens.

Federal-State Clash and Broader Implications

CMS threatened to cut Minnesota funding over fraud, demanding records by December 17, 2025. Noem vowed unrelenting enforcement despite thousands marching against ICE. Short-term, communities face fear and clashes; long-term, sanctuary policies face scrutiny. Nationwide, refugee aid and child programs draw tighter oversight. American conservatives value secure borders and honest governance—these arrests affirm federal resolve against state-enabled fraud.