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The Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, announced on Wednesday the cancellation of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) granted to Venezuelans in 2021, a measure that will take effect on September 10, 2025, and will no longer protect hundreds of thousands of migrants from deportation.
According to the memorandum published by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the decision is due to the fact that "conditions in Venezuela no longer meet the legal requirements" to justify protection.
According to USCIS, maintaining TPS "directly affects the Trump Administration's efforts to secure the southern border" and represents a "pull factor" for irregular migration.
The DHS recommended that Venezuelans voluntarily leave the country through the CBP Home app, which offers a "safe" exit system with a complimentary airline ticket, a bonus of $1,000, and the possibility of future legal immigration opportunities.
In April of this year, a federal court in California temporarily blocked the termination of TPS designated in 2023, extending the protection's validity until April 2026.
That decision allowed around 350,000 Venezuelans to keep their work permits and access to public benefits in the United States.
The Venezuelan crisis has led to the exodus of over 7 million people abroad in recent years, with a significant concentration in the United States, particularly in Florida, where the Venezuelan community exceeds 40,000 individuals just in the district of Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar, who has promoted a bill to benefit those fleeing from Nicolás Maduro's regime.
The measure comes in the context of a tightening of the immigration policies of President Donald Trump.
Migrant advocacy organizations warned that the cancellation of TPS puts thousands of families at immediate risk of deportation and have called on Congress for a permanent legislative solution.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Suspension of TPS for Venezuelans in the U.S.
When does the cancellation of TPS for Venezuelans take effect?
The cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans will take effect on September 10, 2025. This measure will no longer protect hundreds of thousands of migrants from deportation.
Why was the TPS for Venezuelans canceled?
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) argued that the conditions in Venezuela no longer meet the legal requirements to justify protection. According to the Trump administration, maintaining TPS hinders efforts to secure the southern border and encourages irregular migration.
What impact does the cancellation of TPS have on Venezuelans in the U.S.?
The cancellation of TPS puts thousands of Venezuelan families at risk of immediate deportation. Beneficiaries will lose their work permits and access to public benefits. The measure also creates uncertainty in economic sectors that rely on Venezuelan labor.
Are there alternatives for Venezuelans affected by the cancellation of TPS?
The DHS has recommended that Venezuelans voluntarily leave the U.S. through the CBP Home app, which provides a "safe" exit system with incentives. Additionally, migrant rights advocacy organizations are urging Congress for a permanent legislative solution.
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