US Orders Afghan Refugees to Depart or Face Deportation

A number of Afghan refugees who legally entered the U.S. after fleeing Taliban rule have recently received emails from the Department of Homeland Security ordering them to leave the country within seven days or face deportation. Many of these individuals had received protection under humanitarian parole or refugee status after assisting U.S. forces during the war in Afghanistan, and advocates argue these actions contradict promises made to them. The Trump administration is reportedly moving to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghan nationals, increasing fears that deported refugees could face persecution or death under Taliban rule. Nonprofits and refugee advocates in affected areas, such as North Carolina, have mobilized to assist those impacted, while confusion and fear ripple through the community. Critics describe the deportation orders as inhumane and urge reconsideration, particularly for those who supported U.S. efforts abroad. The Department of Homeland Security has not yet clarified how many notices were sent or what measures will be taken to address the situation.