DHS addresses delay in terminating TPS for Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued an official statement on August 1, 2025, in response to a federal judge’s decision that delayed the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for citizens of Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. The judicial measure suspends the cancellation of the program, which had been previously announced by the US government.
What’s TPS, and why was this decision made?
TPS is a migratory designation that allows citizens of certain countries to temporarily remain in the United States if their home countries face extraordinary conditions, such as natural disasters or armed conflicts. According to DHS, the current designations for Honduras and Nicaragua have been in effect for over two decades following the natural disasters that occurred in 1998, and the conditions that motivated these protections have changed substantially since then.
The federal court decision in California —which argues that the cancellation of TPS may have been motivated by discriminatory factors— has temporarily halted the implementation of terminating immigration status for tens of thousands of beneficiaries.
What DHS Says
In its official statement, DHS defended its intention to end TPS for the countries mentioned, arguing that:
- The program is temporary in nature, as its name suggests.
- The situation in Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua has improved, enabling their citizens to return safely.
- The goal is to restore integrity to the immigration system by enforcing existing laws more effectively..
Tricia McLaughlin, DHS Undersecretary, announced that the government intends to appeal the court’s ruling, anticipating that a higher court will support the administration’s authority.
How does this decision affect things?
The temporary halt on TPS termination allows beneficiaries from Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua to stay in the US until the court process is complete, impacting over 60,000 individuals who should closely follow further legal developments and updates from USCIS and DHS.
What’s Next
The DHS has indicated it will pursue legal action to reinstate the TPS termination decision, while beneficiaries retain their status pending a final court decision.
TPS beneficiary? Stay informed with the latest updates from (link unavailable) and DHS/USCIS social media. For tailored advice, consider consulting a certified immigration lawyer.
