‘Left with no options:’ U.S. Somalis not surprised many refugees eyeing Canada
MINNEAPOLIS — Members of the largest Somali community in the United States say they’re not surprised to see a growing number of asylum seekers braving the elements to illicitly enter Canada.
They say it’s a symptom of the contrast between President Donald Trump’s hardline views on immigration and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s welcoming tone.
“Sometimes when you’re left with no options and you’re looking for a better life for yourself, people do take risks,” said Mohamud Noor, executive director of the Confederation of Somali Community in Minnesota.
“It will increase rather than decrease … This is not going to reduce.”