Hundreds of South Sudanese people in the U.S. might soon have to face deportation as a federal court reviews the legality of President Trump's plan to revoke their temporary protected status. Approximately 300 South Sudanese nationals live and work under this program, but changes implemented by the Trump administration could see them lose these rights by January 6, 2026. Civil rights advocates filed a lawsuit claiming the measure, which they assert is racially motivated, violates administrative procedures and could cause severe harm to those affected. A federal judge has temporarily halted any deportations while the case is under consideration.
South Sudanese Immigrants Await Court Ruling on Temporary Protected Status
A federal judge is considering whether the Trump administration's decision to revoke temporary protected status for South Sudanese immigrants is lawful, affecting around 300 individuals living in the U.S.
Hundreds of South Sudanese immigrants face potential deportation as a federal judge reviews President Trump's plan to revoke their temporary protected status. Critics argue that this move is racially motivated and could cause irreversible harm, while the Department of Homeland Security claims it's time to end the protections due to improved conditions in South Sudan. A temporary court order currently prevents deportations while the legal battle unfolds.
