Fact Check: Termination of the program is the first en masse of its kind on record.

Fact Check: "Termination of the program is the first en masse of its kind on record."

What We Know

The claim pertains to the termination of the CHNV (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela) humanitarian parole program, which allowed individuals from these countries to live and work legally in the United States. This program was recently ended by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), affecting a significant number of Haitian immigrants, among others. According to reports, the termination is described as the "first en masse termination of such a program on record" (Urban Milwaukee). The program had admitted over half a million individuals, and its abrupt end has left many without legal status and options for remaining in the U.S. (Urban Milwaukee).

Analysis

The assertion that this termination is unprecedented is supported by the statement from DHS, which indicates that the program was terminated en masse, affecting a large group of individuals simultaneously. This aligns with the historical context of immigration programs in the U.S., where terminations have often been more gradual or targeted rather than sweeping.

However, the claim's reliability hinges on the definition of "en masse" and the historical context of similar programs. While the termination of the CHNV program may be the first of its kind in terms of scale and immediate impact, other programs have faced cancellations or suspensions in the past, albeit often under different circumstances. For instance, the Trump administration ended various immigration programs, but the specifics of those terminations varied widely (Urban Milwaukee).

The source of this claim, a news article, cites DHS directly, which adds credibility to the assertion. However, it is essential to consider that the framing of "first en masse termination" could be influenced by the political context surrounding immigration policy changes, which may introduce bias (Urban Milwaukee).

Conclusion

The claim that the termination of the CHNV program is the first en masse of its kind on record is Partially True. While it is accurate that this termination is unprecedented in its scale and immediate effect, the historical context of immigration program terminations suggests that there have been other significant cancellations, albeit not necessarily in the same manner or scope. Therefore, the claim holds some truth but requires a nuanced understanding of immigration policy history.

Fact Check: Termination of the program is the first en masse of its kind on record.