The administration of President Donald Trump started on Thursday to immediately revoke the work permits and legal status of beneficiaries of the humanitarian parole program implemented by Joe Biden.
The measure directly affects thousands of migrants from Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti.
According to an official notice, beneficiaries of the program will receive an email informing them that their immigration status has been terminated and that they must leave the country immediately.
Failure to do so, the document warns, could result in deportation or detention without the opportunity to make prior personal arrangements.
The channel Telemundo 51 reported that notifications signed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began arriving directly to the personal email accounts of the beneficiaries, informing them that both their temporary status and their work authorizations have been canceled.
The measure, announced weeks ago, took effect immediately.
The humanitarian parole, implemented during the Biden administration as an alternative for orderly processing of migrants from certain nationalities, allowed beneficiaries to enter the United States legally and obtain a work permit for two years.
The revocation of those benefits leaves more than half a million people in a vulnerable situation.
Organizations defending the rights of migrants have described the measure as “inhumane” and a “mass criminalization of individuals who have followed the established legal channels.”
They also warn that this decision undermines the principle of trust in the U.S. immigration system by penalizing those who fulfilled the requirements set by the state itself.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Revocation of Humanitarian Parole by the Trump Administration
What is humanitarian parole and why was it revoked by Trump?
Humanitarian parole is a temporary permit that allows migrants from certain countries to enter and legally reside in the U.S. with work authorization. The Trump administration revoked this program, arguing that it failed to reduce irregular migration or improve border security. The measure primarily affects migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, who now face the possibility of deportation if they do not have another legal basis to remain in the country.
How many migrants are affected by the revocation of humanitarian parole?
The revocation of humanitarian parole affects over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. These migrants had entered the United States under the program during the Joe Biden administration and are now facing the loss of their legal status and work permits.
What should migrants affected by the revocation of humanitarian parole do?
Affected migrants must leave the U.S. before their parole expiration date or they will face deportation proceedings. Those who do not have any other legal basis to remain must exit the country or they could be detained and expelled. Some may seek legal advice to explore alternative immigration options.
What impact does this measure have on the Cuban community in the U.S.?
The revocation of humanitarian parole has a significant impact on the Cuban community in the U.S., as thousands of Cubans who entered under this program now face uncertainty regarding their legal status. Many have not met the requirements to benefit from the Cuban Adjustment Act, complicating their chances of obtaining permanent residency. This measure increases the risk of mass deportations within this community.
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