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DHS Announces the Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopia

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USCISDecember 12, 2025

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The Department of Homeland Security has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia, ending protection for Ethiopian nationals currently in the U.S. under this program. The decision was made after review of country conditions determined that Ethiopia no longer meets the criteria for TPS designation. Affected individuals will need to seek alternative legal status or face deportation proceedings.

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Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced her decision to terminate the Temporary Protected Status designation of Ethiopia.

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