President Donald Trump and his administration is about to turn half a million legal U.S. citizens into illegals. Trump will be reportedly revoking the legal status of hundreds of thousands of Latin American and Haitian migrants welcomed into the U.S. under a Biden-era sponsorship process, urging them to self-deport or face arrest and removal by deportation agents.
According to a notice by the federal government, thousands of migrants will have their work permits and deportation protections terminated in late April, about 30 days after March 25. These migrants entered the U.S. under a Biden administration program, known as CHNV.
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What is the Humanitarian Parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV)?
The Humanitarian Parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans was introduced by the Biden administration to address migration from these countries facing political instability, economic hardship, and human rights violations. It allows nationals from these four countries to temporarily enter the U.S. under humanitarian parole if they meet specific criteria.
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Applicants must have a U.S.-based sponsor, pass security vetting, and undergo a background check. The program offers a temporary stay (usually up to two years) and allows individuals to apply for work authorization while in the U.S. It aims to reduce irregular migration and provide a safer alternative to dangerous journeys, while still maintaining security standards. However, it doesn’t grant permanent residency or an automatic path to a green card. This program is part of the administration’s efforts to manage migration more effectively and provide relief to individuals fleeing extreme conditions, promoting safety and stability.
A total of 532,000 migrants reportedly entered the U.S. under that policy, which was paused soon after President Trump took office, though it’s unclear how many have been able to secure another status that will allow them to stay in the country legally.