SOMALI COMMUNITY

In Minnesota, a state known for its large Somali population, people were on edge. After President Trump's recent remarks, many Somalis felt unsafe. They worried about their future in the U. S. Some even questioned if it was safe to go to work or send their kids to school. Trump's comments came duri

Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. Over 84, 000 people of Somali descent live in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area alone. Many fled war and found safety in Minnesota's welcoming environment. Most are U. S. citizens, with 87% of foreign-born Somalis having gained citizenship.