Deportation of Afghan Refugees

SOURCE www.npr.org
As many as 9,000 Afghan refugees are at risk of deportation as the Trump administration has ended their temporary protected status, claiming Afghanistan is now safe. Critics argue that this move is a betrayal to those who helped the U.S. at war and are now facing deportation or worse consequences if they return.

Key Points

  • 9,000 Afghan refugees face deportation due to the end of temporary protected status
  • Critics argue that Afghanistan is still unsafe for these refugees
  • Former allies of the U.S. in Afghanistan are at risk of deportation or worse consequences

Cons

  • Risk of deportation for Afghan refugees who helped the U.S. at war
  • Potential danger and death awaiting Afghan refugees if they return to Afghanistan
  • Critics view the move as a betrayal to U.S. commitments and allies