A bitter spat has erupted between Representatives Nancy Mace and Ilhan Omar following Kirk’s assassination. Mace, who filed a resolution to censure Omar and remove her from her committee roles for allegedly celebrating Kirk’s death, urged that Omar be “deported back to Somalia.” Omar responded sharply on social media, calling the comments insulting and telling Mace she “belongs in rehab, not Congress.”
The clash intensified when Mace accused Omar of defending political violence and resurfacing criticisms over Omar’s past rhetoric. Omar countered that the resolution lacks any direct quotes from her supporting wrongdoing and dismissed the move as politically motivated.
The clash has drawn attention to deepening partisan divides in Congress. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the sharp tone, with some calling for greater decorum. The censure resolution is set to go to a vote, and the outcome is expected to have consequences for Omar’s committee status.