Big changes are coming for thousands of migrants in the U.S.! President Donald Trump’s administration has decided to revoke the temporary legal status of 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This decision is part of Trump’s broader crackdown on immigration.
What’s Happening?
The affected migrants were granted a special “parole” status under former President Joe Biden, allowing them to legally enter the U.S. by air if they had a U.S. sponsor. Trump is ending this program on April 24, meaning these migrants could lose their legal protection and face possible deportation. This decision is part of a January 20 executive order, where Trump said Biden’s parole programs went beyond the law and needed to be stopped.
Who Will Be Affected?
530,000 people from:
Cuba Haiti Nicaragua Venezuela
Some may have found another way to stay legally, but for many, this decision puts them at risk of expedited removal—a fast-track deportation process.
Will This Affect Other Migrants?
Trump has also hinted that he might revoke the legal status of 240,000 Ukrainians who fled to the U.S. during the war with Russia. A final decision on this is expected soon.
Why Is Trump Doing This?
Since taking office, Trump has been focused on strict immigration policies. He has worked to increase deportations and argues that programs like Biden’s parole system are too lenient.
What Happens Next?
Migrants who do not have another legal status may be placed in expedited removal and deported quickly. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will formally announce this policy on Monday in the Federal Register. Many migrants are scrambling for legal options to stay in the U.S.
This decision has sparked controversy, with critics arguing it will disrupt families and leave many people without options. The situation is still developing, and more updates are expected in the coming weeks.
