Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Sen. Tim Kaine, Rep. María Elvira Salazar
Jan 11, 2026
Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota congresswoman known for her advocacy on civil rights, discusses the protests in her state and calls for accountability in law enforcement. U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright addresses the complexities of engaging with Venezuela's oil markets amid political turmoil. Senator Tim Kaine emphasizes the need for congressional approval on military actions concerning Iran. Meanwhile, María Elvira Salazar sheds light on the Venezuelan opposition's strategies and regional implications for Cuba's stability. It's a compelling conversation on pivotal global issues.
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Recording Builds Accountability
- Ilhan Omar argues citizen recording of ICE actions creates accountability and counters DHS misinformation.
- She warns unmarked federal enforcement and aggressive tactics have terrorized Minneapolis communities.
Questions Around Federal Investigation
- CBS News found ICE agents fired weapons in multiple incidents, with three deaths over four months.
- DOJ Civil Rights Division declined to join the FBI probe, raising questions about the federal investigation's scope.
Wait For Evidence Before Labeling Protesters
- Ilhan Omar urges waiting for full investigations before labeling protesters as terrorists or paid agitators.
- She urges officials to produce documentation before making public accusations about individuals.