Trump Ends TPS for Afghans and Cameroonians

The Trump administration has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians in the U.S., affecting 14,600 Afghans and 7,900 Cameroonians who will lose their deportation protections in May and June 2025, respectively. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that conditions in these countries no longer meet the statutory requirements for TPS. This decision has been criticized by advocates who highlight the ongoing instability in Afghanistan, including Taliban rule and humanitarian crises. Legal challenges are likely, as similar efforts by the administration to end TPS for other nationalities have faced judicial blocks. The Biden administration initially offered TPS to Afghans after the U.S. military withdrawal, citing ongoing strife.