Federal Judge Pauses Trump Administration's Plan to End Legal Protections for Venezuelans

A federal judge in San Francisco paused the Trump administration's plan to end legal protections for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans, citing irreparable harm. The judge ruled that the government failed to show any countervailing harm in continuing Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans, and suggested that the actions taken were motivated by racial animus. The order applies nationally and gives the government one week to appeal.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian Immigrants in the U.S.

The Trump administration plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants living in the U.S., leaving around 500,000 people in uncertainty and facing potential deportation to a crisis-stricken Haiti.

End of Deportation Protections for Haitian Migrants

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announces the end of extended deportation protections for Haitian migrants, returning Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to its original temporary status. The move is part of a broader effort to crack down on illegal immigration and strengthen border security.

Lawsuit against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for revoking Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces a lawsuit for revoking Temporary Protected Status for 600,000 Venezuelans living in the U.S., with accusations of racial animus. Lawsuit accuses Noem of racial bias and illegal actions in targeting Venezuelan TPS holders.

Cancellation of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

The Trump administration canceled an extension of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians that was extended by the Biden administration until February 2026. The protections will end on August 3, affecting over 520,000 Haitians in the U.S.

Trump Administration Ends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan Migrants

The Trump administration is terminating Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants in the U.S., sparking protests and disappointment among the community in South Florida.

Cancellation of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans in the U.S.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem canceled the latest extension of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans in the U.S., granted by outgoing President Joe Biden, which allowed eligible Venezuelans to stay legally and work through Oct. 2, 2026. Approximately 600,000 Venezuelans were eligible for extended TPS in January, when Biden extended the protection. Trump and Vice President JD Vance had said during the campaign that they might scale back TPS and its implementation to carry out mass deportations.

U.S. granting temporary protected status to Yemeni nationals

The U.S. is granting temporary protected status to Yemeni nationals amidst concerns of national security risks due to potential terrorist ties. The move comes as Iran-backed Houthi rebels destabilize Yemen.

Extension of Temporary Protected Status for Yemeni Nationals in the U.S.

The Department of Homeland Security has extended and redesignated Temporary Protected Status for 4,000 Yemeni nationals in the U.S., allowing them to stay and work until March 2026. This program prevents deportation from countries facing crises.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Expansion Under Biden Administration

President Joe Biden's administration has expanded the Temporary Protected Status program to protect over 860,000 foreign nationals from deportation in the United States. The program covers individuals from 16 countries and has seen significant growth under Biden, with Venezuelans being the largest group benefiting from TPS.

Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopian Nationals in the U.S.

President Joe Biden’s Department of Homeland Security is extending Temporary Protected Status to over 15,000 Ethiopian nationals living in the U.S., allowing them to work and be shielded from deportation.

Biden Administration's Treatment of Haitian Migrants

Pressure is mounting on the Biden administration to change its treatment of Haitian migrants, but so far there are no plans to do so. Human rights organizations are requesting a moratorium on deportations, release of detained migrants, and designated Temporary Protected Status for Haitians already in the U.S.