Judge extends order protecting refugees in Minnesota from being arrested and deported

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by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press
February 28, 2026
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A federal judge in Minnesota has extended an order protecting lawfully present refugees from arrest and deportation. The judge stated that a Trump administration policy, which sought to remove certain refugees, turns the "American Dream into a dystopian nightmare." This ruling prevents the immediate removal of these individuals, ensuring their continued protection within the state. The decision underscores ongoing legal challenges to federal immigration policies and their impact on refugee communities.

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