1. Ilhan Omar (D-MN)
Background: First Somali-American and one of the first two Muslim women in Congress.
Key positions:
Critic of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, especially regarding Israel/Palestine.
Supports progressive policies like Medicare for All, climate action, and student debt relief.
Controversies:
Has made statements about U.S.-Israel policy that some interpret as anti-Israel; critics sometimes label these as anti-Semitic.
Faces strong backlash from conservatives but also has defenders who say her criticisms are policy-focused, not about hating America.
Background: Youngest woman ever elected to Congress in 2018.
Key positions:
Green New Deal for climate change.
Progressive tax reforms and social programs.
Criminal justice reform and immigrant rights.
Controversies:
Criticized by conservatives for being “too radical” or “socialist.”
Some opponents say her policies are unrealistic or threaten traditional economic structures.
3. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI)
Background: First Palestinian-American woman in Congress.
Key positions:
Supports Medicare for All, worker protections, and Palestinian rights.
Vocal about income inequality and systemic injustice.
Controversies:
Criticized for strong statements about Israel/Palestine, which some interpret as anti-Israel.
Opponents accuse her of being too confrontational or divisive.
