Hennepin County imams call for increased police presence amid violence concerns
The Tawfiq Islamic Center in Minneapolis will be closed briefly amid concerns over the current political climate.
(FOX 9)
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Some faith leaders in the East African community are asking local for extra protection following the insurrection at the nation s Capitol and the upcoming inauguration.
The Tawfiq Islamic Center in south Minneapolis is more than just a mosque, it’s a home away from home for the city s Oromo and Somali communities. The building, however, will be closed for the next four days because of the country s current political climate.