Overview

• The Biden-era program, launched in October 2022, allowed up to 30,000 migrants per month from four countries to enter the U.S. for two years due to human rights concerns.
• The Trump administration announced the termination of the program on March 21, 2025, with the executive order set to take effect 30 days after its publication on March 25.
• The Department of Homeland Security justified the decision, stating that parole is temporary and does not grant a pathway to permanent immigration status.
• Advocacy groups and immigration lawyers warn that most affected individuals will lose legal status, work permits, and face vulnerability to deportation.
• Critics argue the move undermines federal commitments, risks destabilizing communities, and aligns with Trump’s broader anti-immigration agenda.