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That's how much longer the federal government will 

give immigration protections to Liberians

 in the United States, under a program known as "Deferred Enforced Departure," or DED. 

Immigration protections for Liberians were first put in place nearly 30 years ago, allowing people fleeing civil war to live and work in the U.S. Many moved to Minnesota. 

But now, President Trump says conditions in Liberia have improved enough that the DED program 

. Some Minnesota lawmakers say they'll use the year to push for more permanent protections. 

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Abdullah Kiatamba about the announcement, and what comes next for Liberians in Minnesota. Kiatamba is the executive director of African Immigrant Services, and a Liberian immigrant.

Click on the audio player above to hear their conversation.

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One more year. That's how much longer the federal government will give immigration protections to Liberians in the United States, under the "Deferred Enforced Departure" program.

One more year. That's how much longer the federal government will give immigration protections to Liberians in the United States, under a program known as DED. 

Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Abdullah Kiatamba about the announcement, and what comes next for Liberians in Minnesota.

For Liberians in Minnesota, an uncertain year ahead

Flags of the U.S. and Liberia fly at the rally on the steps of the capitol.

For Liberians in Minnesota, an uncertain year ahead

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