Overview

• Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the termination of TPS for Afghan nationals, stating that Afghanistan's improved security and stabilizing economy no longer justify the designation.
• The decision affects approximately 9,000–11,700 Afghans currently residing in the U.S., who will lose work authorization and face deportation risks starting July 12.
• DHS cited investigations into fraud and national security threats among some TPS recipients as additional reasons for the termination.
• Refugee advocacy groups criticized the move as a betrayal of Afghan allies who supported U.S. efforts and warned of legal challenges to block the policy change.
• The termination aligns with broader Trump administration efforts to roll back TPS protections for other countries, including Venezuela and Haiti, sparking debates over immigration policy and humanitarian obligations.