Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Administration’s Order to End Humanitarian Parole for Migrants
In a significant legal development, U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani announced on April 10, 2025, that she will issue an order to temporarily block the Trump administration’s attempt to revoke humanitarian parole for approximately 450,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela.
These individuals were granted two-year permits with work authorization under policies implemented during President Biden’s administration. The Department of Homeland Security had planned to terminate these programs, effectively ending the migrants’ legal status and exposing them to potential deportation.
Judge Talwani criticized the administration’s decision, stating it was based on an incorrect interpretation of immigration law. She emphasized that the administration failed to provide a reasoned explanation for revoking the parole, characterizing the move as a breach of an existing agreement.
While the judge’s ruling offers temporary relief, the future of these migrants remains uncertain as the legal battle continues. Advocacy groups argue that the administration’s actions contradict its stated goal of curbing illegal immigration, as it targets individuals who have complied with legal processes.
Some lawmakers, including a few Republican Cuban-American representatives, have expressed support for efforts to protect these individuals, with bipartisan legislation introduced to provide permanent legal status.
The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice have not responded to requests for comment on the judge’s announcement.
As the situation develops, the affected migrants and their advocates await further legal proceedings that will determine the long-term outcome of their status in the United States.
