Trump Admin to Revoke Legal Status of Over 530,000 Immigrants
Imagine being told to leave the country you’ve called home for years. That’s the harsh reality facing over 530,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The Trump administration has announced plans to revoke their legal status, which was granted under a program initiated by the Biden administration.
The program, known as CHNV, allowed immigrants from these countries to enter the US legally, with a valid sponsor and the ability to bring their families. They were given a two-year temporary status, which could be renewed. The Biden administration believed this program would reduce the number of undocumented immigrants crossing the southern border.
However, the Trump administration sees it differently. They claim the program takes jobs away from Americans and is prone to fraud. As a result, immigrants who don’t have legal status will be forced to leave the country by April 24 or face cancellation of their work permits and protection from deportation.
There may be some exceptions, but it’s up to the discretion of immigration officials. This move is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten immigration policies. They’re also considering revoking the temporary protected status of over 240,000 Ukrainians who fled to the US after the Russia-Ukraine war.
The decision has sparked concerns about the impact on families and communities. Many of these immigrants have built lives in the US, with jobs, homes, and children in school. Forcing them to leave could lead to chaos and disruption. The Trump administration’s move is a significant shift in immigration policy, one that could have far-reaching consequences for thousands of people.