The United States has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopian nationals residing in the country. This decision, communicated in a government notice on Friday, reflects the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to tighten immigration policies. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that after a thorough review of the current conditions in Ethiopia and consultations with relevant government agencies, it was determined that the country no longer meets the criteria necessary for TPS designation.
Temporary Protected Status is a form of legal protection that allows individuals from designated countries experiencing conflict, environmental disaster, or other extraordinary conditions to remain in the U.S. without fear of deportation. The decision to end TPS for Ethiopians comes amid broader immigration reforms and enforcement measures implemented by the Trump administration.
Ethiopian nationals who have been living in the U.S. under this status will now face uncertainty regarding their legal status and work authorization. The change is expected to affect thousands of individuals who have relied on TPS for stability and protection in the United States.
