President Trump has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali immigrants in Minnesota, alleging without evidence that Somali gangs are terrorizing the state and accusing Governor Tim Walz of overseeing fraudulent money laundering. Currently, 705 Somali immigrants benefit from TPS, a federal program permitting migrants from unstable countries to reside and work legally in the United States. Somalia's TPS designation was scheduled to continue through March 17, 2026.

Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, a Republican, endorsed Trump's decision, arguing that some individuals have abused the trust granted to them, imposing financial burdens on Minnesota taxpayers. However, neither Trump nor Demuth substantiated their allegations with specific evidence.

This decision reflects a broader Trump administration strategy to terminate TPS protections for various nationalities, including Afghans, Venezuelans, and South Sudanese, though previous attempts have encountered significant legal obstacles.