Yesterday, February 9, the Court of Appeals decided that TPS will not continue for individuals from Nicaragua, Honduras, and Nepal while the case remains in litigation.
This decision immediately changes the situation for thousands of people who were protected under this program.
Now, we await official guidance from the Department of Homeland Security regarding what will happen to the work permits and the status of those who had already been granted TPS.
This case could still reach the Ninth Circuit and even the U.S. Supreme Court, meaning the final outcome has not yet been determined.
However, this is a crucial moment for the affected community to avoid relying solely on TPS and to explore other legal options such as family petitions, employment-based petitions, or even asylum cases, depending on each person’s situation.
What impact do you think this decision will have on the Honduran, Nicaraguan, and Nepali community in the United States? If you have TPS or would like to learn about other immigration options, contact our office. We are here to guide you through your process.
