Biden administration extends temporary protected status for Venezuelan migrants in the US

The Biden administration has announced an 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 600,000 Venezuelans in the U.S. This decision allows them to remain in the country until at least October 2026, amid ongoing political and economic crises in Venezuela. The extension comes as the U.S. government imposes new sanctions on Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. It also follows concerns about the Tren de Aragua gang, which has been linked to increased crime in American communities. Previously, Venezuelans under TPS faced a deadline to leave the U.S. by April. The extension reflects the Biden administration's response to the severe humanitarian situation in Venezuela and the potential threat posed by gang members among the migrant population.