Omar’s Sudden Political Wealth
THREAD: Timothy Mynett: Ilhan Omar's husband and the progressive money man you've probably never heard of
Ilhan Omar's wealth headlines ($30M net worth ) are dominating today's feeds. But behind that story is someone far less visible: her husband, Tim Mynett.
Not the ex with the bizarre "married her brother" rumor. This one is far more interesting, and far more connected.
For nearly two decades, Mynett has been the quiet operator raising millions, plugging into D.C.’s progressive networks, and eventually pivoting into global business ventures.
From poli-sci undergrad in New York...
To moving foundation money at Alliance for Justice...
To consulting alongside Obama’s inner circle at New Partners...
He's climbed rung by rung through the fundraising machine that fuels progressive politics.
This thread unpacks:
His rise through nonprofits & campaigns
His deep ties across the progressive donor universe
The surprising pivots... from digital firms to wine, cannabis, and impact investing with ex-ambassadors
Let's dig in.
