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Trump Administration to Revoke Protections for Cuban, Haitian, and Other Migrants
The Trump administration has announced plans to revoke the temporary legal status of over 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, drastically altering the immigration landscape in the United States.
Migrants Ordered to Leave Before April 24 Deadline
According to a notice posted by the federal government, these migrants must leave the U.S. before April 24, when their permits and deportation protections will be officially canceled. Many of these individuals entered the U.S. through the Biden-era sponsorship program known as CHNV, which was designed to provide legal migration pathways. However, upon taking office, President Trump suspended the program, leaving thousands in limbo.
What is the CHNV Program?
Implemented in 2022 under President Joe Biden, the CHNV program initially covered Venezuelan migrants before expanding to include Cubans, Haitians, and Nicaraguans. The initiative allowed individuals with American sponsors to fly into the U.S. and remain legally for two years under temporary immigration status (parole). The Biden administration argued that the program was designed to:
Reduce illegal border crossings
Improve vetting procedures for incoming migrants
Provide legal employment opportunities to approved migrants
Despite these intended benefits, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has since declared that the program failed in its goals. The agency claims that Biden officials granted migrants access to jobs that undercut American workers and that fraud concerns were ignored.
Legal Challenges to Trump’s Immigration Policy
The abrupt termination of the CHNV program has sparked legal challenges. Karen Tumlin, founder of the Justice Action Center, has vowed to challenge the decision in court.
"These are people who followed every step required by the U.S. government," Tumlin stated. "Sponsors paid fees, filled out paperwork, and waited in line, only to have the rug pulled out from under them."
The 35-page notice in the Federal Register states that some individuals may be allowed to remain on a case-by-case basis, though the criteria remain unclear.
Impact on Other Immigration Protections
Beyond CHNV, President Trump is also considering terminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 240,000 Ukrainians who fled to the U.S. due to the ongoing conflict with Russia. Additionally, DHS recently announced that it would end TPS for 500,000 Haitians in August, sparking further legal and humanitarian concerns.
The Future of Immigration Under Trump
Since taking office in January, Trump’s immigration policies have faced multiple legal obstacles. His administration’s aggressive stance on border security and legal immigration programs signals a significant shift from previous policies. Critics argue that these measures disproportionately affect individuals who have followed legal immigration processes, while supporters claim they are necessary to prioritize American workers and security.
With potential legal battles ahead, the fate of hundreds of thousands of migrants remains uncertain. The coming months will determine whether these decisions hold or if legal challenges can overturn them.
For the latest updates on immigration policies and legal proceedings, stay tuned.
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