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This decision marks a significant shift in immigration policy, emphasizing the temporary nature of TPS and its distinction from pathways to permanent residency.
According to Breitbart, the DHS clarified in a recent press release that TPS designations are inherently time-bound and not intended as a means to secure permanent residency. Ethiopian nationals lacking a lawful basis to remain in the U.S. have been granted a 60-day period to voluntarily leave the country.
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A spokesperson from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated, "Temporary Protected Status designations are time-limited and were never meant to be a ticket to permanent residency." The spokesperson further explained that conditions in Ethiopia no longer present a significant threat to the safety of returning nationals, prompting Secretary Noem to terminate the TPS designation to uphold the integrity of the immigration system.
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The press release detailed that Ethiopian nationals without legal grounds to stay in the U.S. are encouraged to utilize the U.S. Customs and Border Protection CBP Home Mobile App to report their departure. This self-deportation process offers a complimentary plane ticket, a $1,000 exit bonus, and potential future opportunities for legal immigration.
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Post-February 13, 2026, the DHS may arrest and deport any Ethiopian national remaining without status. Those who compel DHS to enforce removal may face a permanent ban from re-entering the United States.
Previously, under the Biden administration, DHS had redesignated and extended TPS amnesty for over 15,000 Ethiopian nationals, as reported by Breitbart News's John Binder in April 2024. This move was part of a broader policy that expanded TPS eligibility to approximately 1.2 million foreign nationals in the U.S.
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President Donald Trump's administration has similarly taken steps to terminate TPS for thousands of nationals from countries such as Burma, Honduras, Venezuela, and Haiti. This approach underscores a commitment to reinforcing immigration laws and ensuring that temporary protections do not evolve into de facto permanent residency.
The termination of TPS for Ethiopian nationals aligns with this broader strategy, reflecting a conservative perspective on immigration policy that prioritizes legal pathways and national security.
