US to End Temporary Protected Status for Somali Nationals by March 17

The US Department of Homeland Security announced it will end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali nationals by March 17, citing improved conditions in Somalia. The decision affects around 700 to 2,400 Somalis with TPS and pending applications. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized that "temporary means temporary" and prioritized American interests. The move follows President Trump's broader immigration crackdown, particularly in Minnesota, home to a large Somali community. Critics, including advocacy groups and Somali-American leaders, argue Somalia remains unstable and the decision targets a vulnerable community amid ongoing protests over immigration enforcement.