The Trump administration plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 300,000 Venezuelan migrants, a decision perceived as a betrayal by the community. This policy change would affect many who fled political and economic instability under regimes like Hugo Chavez and Nicolas Maduro. While DHS Secretary Kristi Noem claims that TPS has been abused, Venezuelan-Americans dispute this narrative, emphasizing their contributions as small business owners and community members. Activists worry that speaking out could lead to deportation for TPS recipients, intensifying feelings of vulnerability.
"We are human beings who work here, who are small business owners."
"Venezuela purposely emptied out their prisons, emptied out their mental health facilities and sent them to the United States of America."
#venezuelan-migrants #temporary-protected-status #trump-administration #immigration-policy #south-florida
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