Minnesota Mayor Stories

Safiya Saeed becomes Sheffield’s first black Muslim woman Lord Mayor
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 21, 2025

Several of her relatives travelled from Somaliland to witness the occasion, reflecting the personal and communal significance of the event.

Ilhan Omar wins Democratic nomination, boosts US House liberals
Reuters  |  Aug 14, 2024

Omar defeated former Minneapolis city council member Don Samuels in Minnesota's 5th District Democratic primary.

Somalis react to Kenya-born Naadiya’s election as St. Louis Park, Minnesota Mayor
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Nov 13, 2023

The election of Kenya-born Naadiya Maxamed, as the mayor of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has sparked reactions within the Somali community.

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