Fact Check: "The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said in a statement Thursday that Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans who were previously temporarily shielded from deportation will be emailed notices telling them to go."
What We Know
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially announced the termination of the humanitarian parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV). This announcement was made on March 25, 2025, and it affects approximately 532,000 individuals who were granted temporary permission to live and work in the United States under this program since its inception in October 2022 (Federal Register, AP News). The DHS stated that these individuals would receive email notifications informing them that their temporary legal status and work permits are revoked, effective immediately, and they are encouraged to leave the country (BBC, NPR).
Analysis
The claim that DHS is emailing notices to Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans regarding the termination of their temporary status is substantiated by multiple reliable sources. The DHS's own announcement in the Federal Register confirms the termination of the CHNV parole programs and the issuance of termination notices (Federal Register). Furthermore, news outlets such as the Associated Press and BBC have reported on the DHS's actions, detailing the process of notifying affected individuals via email (AP News, BBC).
The credibility of these sources is high. The Federal Register is the official journal of the federal government of the United States, providing a reliable account of government actions and regulations. News organizations like the Associated Press and BBC are reputable sources known for their journalistic standards and fact-checking processes.
However, it is important to note that the termination of these programs has sparked significant concern among immigration advocates, who argue that this decision could destabilize the lives of many individuals who have complied with U.S. immigration laws and established lives in the country (AP News).
Conclusion
The claim that the DHS has stated it will email notices to Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans informing them of the termination of their temporary legal status is True. The evidence from official government sources and reputable news outlets confirms that these notifications are being sent as part of the termination of the CHNV parole programs.
