# Brooklyn Center human trafficking investigation; Congressional watchdog clears Rep. Omar

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Podcast: [Minnesota Today](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minnesota-today-413993)
Published: 2026-09-09T20:52:29+00:00
Episode link: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/09/09/brooklyn-center-human-trafficking-investigation-congressional-watchdog-clears-rep-omar
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## Resource

The chief of the Brooklyn Center police department says nearly two dozen people have been arrested in a human trafficking investigation that targeted four area hotels. And a congressional watchdog has cleared U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar of allegations of 'false reporting of her assets.’ Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

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