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Lawmakers Rally for Somali Community Amid Immigration Controversy

12/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

State Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart and Minnesota lawmakers supported Somali community in Eden Prairie.
They condemned federal immigration enforcement.
They pledged to protect and assist the community amid fraud tied to state programs.
Mayor Ron Case echoed these sentiments and criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks.
A letter from 98 mayors urged action on rising taxes and a $2.9 billion deficit, amid backlash to Minnesota Star Tribune's fraud coverage.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished national origin quotas that had favored Northern and Western Europeans since the 1920s. This landmark legislation increased immigration from Asia and Africa, reshaping U.S. demographics and fostering communities in cities like Eden Prairie. Ongoing support from local lawmakers highlights the challenges these communities face today.

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Story summary

State Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart and Minnesota lawmakers supported Somali community in Eden Prairie.
They condemned federal immigration enforcement.
They pledged to protect and assist the community amid fraud tied to state programs.
Mayor Ron Case echoed these sentiments and criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks.
A letter from 98 mayors urged action on rising taxes and a $2.9 billion deficit, amid backlash to Minnesota Star Tribune's fraud coverage.

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