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250,000 Venezuelans Face Deportation as TPS Ends

11/8/2025

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More than 250,000 Venezuelans in the United States will lose Temporary Protected Status (TPS) by November 7, 2025.
TPS had let them live and work legally due to Venezuela's instability.
The expiration follows a Supreme Court ruling clearing the end of TPS.
María from South Florida and others face deportation risk.
The administration under Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reversed the extension, citing improved conditions in Venezuela, a claim many dispute.

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Story summary

More than 250,000 Venezuelans in the United States will lose Temporary Protected Status (TPS) by November 7, 2025.
TPS had let them live and work legally due to Venezuela's instability.
The expiration follows a Supreme Court ruling clearing the end of TPS.
María from South Florida and others face deportation risk.
The administration under Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reversed the extension, citing improved conditions in Venezuela, a claim many dispute.