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Somali-headed households in Minnesota using public benefits

The use of means-tested public benefits by Somali-headed households in Minnesota, including food assistance and Medicaid, and the associated economic contributions and fraud scandals.

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Jan 9, 2026

Are Minnesota Somalians on welfare

A substantial share of Somali-headed households in Minnesota use means-tested public benefits: multiple reports cite that roughly half receive food assistance and about three-quarters have at least on...