In a major move that could upend the lives of over half a million migrants, the Trump administration has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to cancel humanitarian protections granted to nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. Solicitor General John Sauer made the request on Thursday, targeting the “parole” program introduced under President Biden.
This program allowed up to 30,000 people each month to enter the U.S. legally for two years, offering temporary relief to those fleeing instability and human rights crises. However, in March 2025, Trump’s team attempted to terminate the initiative, sparking legal resistance.
U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani blocked the administration’s move, arguing that the affected individuals had entered lawfully and should not face sudden removal. She maintained that the government’s interpretation of immigration law was flawed, as expedited removal typically applies to illegal border crossings, not lawful parole entries.
Should the Supreme Court grant the administration’s request, over 500,000 migrants could lose their status retroactively, potentially facing mass deportations in a matter of weeks.
