U.S. to end TPS for over 6,000 Syrians, 60-day exit window before deportation

The U.S. government will terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 6,000 Syrians, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The decision comes with a 60-day window for affected individuals to leave the country before facing potential deportation. DHS stated that conditions in Syria no longer warrant the protections provided under TPS.

This development follows recent changes in immigration policy, including the White House"s increase of the H1B visa fee to $100,000, which has denied entry to some applicants. For more on this, see our related coverage.

The termination of TPS for Syrians marks a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, as TPS is designed to protect individuals from countries experiencing ongoing conflict or natural disasters. The decision has raised concerns among advocates for immigrant rights.