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Trump Administration Ends TPS for Afghans, Sparks Deportation Fears

5/15/2025

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The Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan refugees threatens mass deportations in just 60 days. Secretary Kristi Noem argues that Afghanistan's security and economy have improved, but critics highlight the dire risks for returning refugees, particularly religious minorities, who could face brutal persecution under Taliban control.

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The Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan refugees threatens mass deportations in just 60 days. Secretary Kristi Noem argues that Afghanistan's security and economy have improved, but critics highlight the dire risks for returning refugees, particularly religious minorities, who could face brutal persecution under Taliban control.