Minnesota was shaken on June 14, 2025, by a tragic and unprecedented act of political violence that claimed the lives of two prominent state lawmakers. State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed in their Brooklyn Park home. In a separate but related incident, State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot and wounded in Champlin. According to investigators, the attacker impersonated a police officer to gain access to both homes. Authorities later confirmed that the shootings were part of a targeted series of attacks against political figures in Minnesota.

On July 4, Congress passed a major legislative package known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill," extending Trump-era tax cuts, tightening Medicaid work requirements, and increasing spending on defense and border enforcement. The Congressional Budget Office projects it will add approximately $3.3 to $3.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers criticized the legislation as a "shameful act" that could substantially weaken the safety net. Analysts warn that up to twelve million Americans could lose Medicaid access, and some estimate up to 100,000 preventable deaths may occur over ten years due to reduced healthcare coverage.

Somali Week 2025 concluded in a spirited celebration organized across the Twin Cities under the theme Midnimo, which means “unity.” The four-block street festival on Lake Street in Minneapolis drew large crowds on June 28. Featured attractions included live music, dance performances, cultural vendors, camel and pony rides, henna and face-painting booths, and a diverse food scene. The festival brought together families, community leaders, and civic officials to mark Somali Independence Day and foster intergenerational connection.