U.S. Ends Temporary Protection for 268,000 Venezuelan Migrants

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 268,000 Venezuelan migrants, effective within the next 60 days. This decision will revoke the legal status and work permits that were granted to these individuals in 2021 by the Biden administration.

The cancellation of TPS means that many Venezuelans may face arrest and deportation by ICE agents, as they will no longer have legal grounds to remain in the U.S. In light of the situation, officials are encouraging affected migrants to register for self-deportation through CBP Home, which includes a $1,000 incentive.

This move follows a broader trend, as TPS programs have also been terminated recently for migrants from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. The ongoing changes raise concerns about the future of many vulnerable communities in the U.S.

As previously reported, the legal landscape for Venezuelans has been shifting, with recent developments highlighting the complexities of immigration law. The termination of TPS adds to the challenges faced by these migrants, many of whom have fled dire conditions in their home country.