TPS Revoked for Venezuelans

The administration of former President Donald Trump officially revoked the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans.

The memorandum was published this Monday, leaving about 350,000 Venezuelan citizens without protection against deportation.

US media had previously reported the decision by the Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem.

The measure affects those who arrived in recent years who could now face deportation proceedings.

Venezuelans to Lose TPS in 2023 by US Decision

The document states that Venezuelans with TPS in 2023 will lose the benefit upon its expiration date.

The official justification is that the program is «contrary» to the «national interest of the US,» according to the DHS.

TPS allowed more than 600,000 Venezuelans to live and work legally in the country.

Trump revoked the extension of the program until 2026, which had been approved under the Biden Administration.

This migration protection is granted to citizens from countries affected by natural disasters or armed conflicts.

The decision follows an agreement in which Venezuela agreed to accept its deported citizens.

Last week, Trump’s special envoy, Ric Grenell, traveled to Caracas and met with Nicolás Maduro.

The purpose of the meeting was to negotiate the release of six American prisoners and the acceptance of deportation flights.

During his first term, Trump attempted to cancel TPS for Haiti, El Salvador, and Sudan but faced judicial blocks.

The revocation of TPS for Venezuelans creates uncertainty for thousands of families who now fear deportation.