Does this image prove attack on Ilhan Omar was staged? We inspected

Evidence Level

2/5

How much verified proof exists for this claim

One strong evidence source: snopes

Mystery Factor

3/5

How intriguing or unexplained this claim is

The claim involves an active investigation with competing theories about the authenticity of the image and its implications, with notable unknowns regarding its origin and intent, but it is not entirely speculative due to the presence of some evidence.

The earliest version of the image supposedly showing Omar and her alleged attacker appeared on an X account labeled as parody.