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Florida Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar celebrated on X the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans for 18 months, stating that she has led this fight and expressing gratitude to the administration for "doing the right thing."
However, the platform added context to the tweet by sharing a comment from an internet user who accuses the Republican politician of deliberately lying and reminds her that the extension of TPS is the result of a court order that blocked the Trump administration's decision to revoke the program
Salazar's tweet has 231.7 thousand views, and many readers claim that she has no merit in the restoration of TPS for Venezuelans.
X marked the post due to the reactions of the majority of users. "The contextual information is written by the people who use X and appears when others rate it as helpful," the app specifies.
In February, the Trump administration canceled TPS for Venezuelan migrants residing in the United States under this immigration protection, arguing that conditions in the country had improved.
"After evaluating the conditions in the country and consulting with the appropriate agencies of the United States government, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has determined that the conditions in Venezuela no longer support the 2023 designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)," the Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced.
That decision was blocked by U.S. District Judge Edward Chen in San Francisco, who deemed the termination of TPS illegal and prejudiced, emphasizing that it would cause irreparable harm to hundreds of thousands of people and negatively impact the U.S. economy.
The court ruling not only keeps the TPS in effect but also automatically extends work permits until April 2, 2026, providing relief to approximately 350,000 Venezuelans who were facing the risk of deportation
The extension of TPS was a response to legal action and not a voluntary initiative by the Trump administration, contradicting the narrative presented by the Cuban-American congresswoman.
The court order not only maintains the TPS for Venezuela but also automatically extends the work permits (EAD) issued under categories A12 or C19, which were set to expire between September 2022 and September 2025, until April 2, 2026.
In addition, the SAVE platform, used by public agencies to verify the eligibility of migrants, will follow the official notice from the Federal Registry dated January 17, 2025, which confirms this extension.
Frequently Asked Questions about TPS for Venezuelans in the U.S.
Who decided the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans?
The extension of TPS for Venezuelans was the result of a court order, not an initiative from the Trump administration. A federal judge blocked the prior decision to revoke TPS, deeming the action illegal and highlighting the irreparable harm it would cause to the affected migrants.
What is the impact of the TPS extension for Venezuelans?
The TPS extension provides relief to approximately 350,000 Venezuelans who faced the risk of deportation. Additionally, it automatically extends work permits until April 2, 2026, allowing migrants to continue working and residing legally in the United States.
What role did María Elvira Salazar play in the extension of TPS for Venezuelans?
Although María Elvira Salazar claimed to have led the fight for the TPS extension, the reality is that the extension was due to a court order. The congresswoman has been criticized for claiming credit that does not belong to her, as the decision was not a voluntary action by the government she supports.
What additional measures have been taken regarding work permits for Venezuelans under TPS?
Work permits (EAD) have been automatically extended for those issued under categories A12 or C19, with expiration dates between September 2022 and September 2025, until April 2, 2026, ensuring that beneficiaries can continue to work legally.
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