In a recent post on Truth Social, former U.S. President Donald Trump declared his intention to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis, citing alleged fraudulent activities and gang-related issues in Minnesota. Trump accused Somali gangs of ‘terrorizing’ residents and claimed that ‘BILLIONS of Dollars are missing,’ though he provided no evidence to support these claims. He stated, ‘Send them back to where they came from. It’s OVER!’ This announcement marks the latest effort by Trump to dismantle TPS, a program that allows individuals from countries deemed unsafe to live and work in the U.S. temporarily. TPS was first granted to Somalis in 1991 following the collapse of President Mohamed Siad Barre’s government and the ensuing civil war. While Somalia is no longer in full-scale conflict, the country continues to face instability and violence. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized Trump’s remarks, calling them ‘scare tactics’ and emphasizing the contributions of Somali immigrants to the state. TPS for Somalis was extended under the Biden administration and is set to expire in March 2026. The Department of Homeland Security has yet to clarify whether the termination applies nationwide or only in Minnesota. Meanwhile, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dismissed Trump’s post as a distraction. This move follows the Trump administration’s previous attempts to revoke TPS for other groups, including Syrians, which faced legal challenges. A federal court recently delayed the termination of TPS for Syrians pending further legal proceedings. Critics argue that the administration’s actions are driven by bias rather than factual considerations.