Ever since he has come to power, Donald Trump has adopted a aggressive approach towards immigration policies. His government has already been cracking down upon illegal immigrants, resulting in mass deportations. Trump has now shifted attention towards temporary immigrants as well. Recently, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) declared that it is revoking the temporary status of more than 5 lakh immigrants from all over the United States.
Revocation of Legal Protection
The DHS has announced that 532,000 Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan immigrants who arrived after October 2022 will have their legal protection stripped and be put in line for deportation within a month.
These people fell under the humanitarian parole program, which grants individuals who are fleeing instability or conflict temporary residence and work in the U.S. for two years with financial sponsorship. But Homeland Security Secretary Christie Noem said their legal status will expire on April 24, or 30 days from when notices are posted in the Federal Register.
Trump's Stand on Humanitarian Parole
Trump has been a long-time critic of the humanitarian parole program, stating that it was abused and did not work. His administration has now proceeded with its intent to close down this facility.
- Humanitarian parole previously enabled immigrants from war-torn or politically tumultuous nations to stay temporarily in the U.S.
- These immigrants were able to lawfully work for two years under the old rules before applying for asylum or a visa to stay longer.
- These applications were halted after Trump assumed office, resulting in numerous legal lawsuits in federal courts.
Effect on Immigrants
- 532,000 individuals from four nations will have their legal status revoked.
- They are required to depart the U.S. one month after the policy takes effect.
- Trump's administration seeks to limit illegal as well as legal immigration routes.
Through this action, Trump has ramped up his hardline immigration policies, severely impacting thousands of immigrants dependent on humanitarian parole for protection and stability.
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