Trump revokes legal status for over 500,000 immigrants
The Donald Trump administration plans to revoke the temporary legal status for over 500,000 immigrants, which could lead to mass deportations.
What do you need to know?
- When will the decision be published? The formal publication of the decision to revoke legal status is scheduled for March 25 in the Federal Register, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Who does the revocation concern? The decision affects over 500,000 immigrants who entered the U.S. legally under President Joe Biden's policy.
- What are the consequences? Individuals without other rights to remain in the U.S. will have to leave the country or face deportation by the end of April.
As reported by Bloomberg, according to the Department of Homeland Security, about 532,000 people entered the U.S. under the previous administration's program.
What about the CNHV program?
Washington also abolishes the Conditional Parole Program for immigrants, known as CNHV, launched by President Biden in 2023. This program allowed foreigners who met specific conditions to obtain a special residency status. The abolition of CNHV is seen as an escalation of immigration crackdowns by the Trump administration.
What are the reactions to the decision?
Bloomberg agency reminds that since Donald Trump took office, federal agents have made over 30,000 arrests of individuals living in the U.S. illegally. Although officials claim that law enforcement targets serious criminals, some individuals have been arrested solely for lacking legal immigration status.
The administration has not disclosed how many people have been deported on this basis.
The decision to revoke the temporary legal status for immigrants and abolish the CNHV program is causing controversy and fear about the future of thousands of people who may be forced to leave the U.S.
