(Washington, DC) — Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is cheering the extension of Temporary Protected Status for Somali nationals living in the U-S. Omar said in a statement, “Granting these people the dignity of remaining in the country they call home is simply the right thing to do, and I am grateful that the Biden Administration has listened to advocates and lawmakers.” Somalia is in the midst of devastating famine and a protracted armed conflict. Minnesota is home to the largest Somali population in the U-S. Omar is the first Somali American elected to Congress.
About the Author: Ashley Hanley
Ashley (Goettl) Hanley is a North Mankato native and Mankato West graduate who made the switch from TV journalism to radio.
After five years at KEYC News 12, Ashley is thrilled to be working for KTOE News. Ashley and her husband John, and son John, enjoy spending time in the community. You can also find Ashley coaching and playing softball and supporting her brother on the MSU football team and her sister with Scarlet athletics.
Even though she went to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Ashley kept her Minnesota roots and is a big Twins and Vikings fan!
