South Sudanese immigrants are suing to keep their protected status. Four individuals and a non-profit organization filed a lawsuit in Boston federal court against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. They are challenging the termination of Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals, a decision signed by Secretary Kristi Noem. The suit claims the move ignored ongoing violence from civil war in South Sudan and was unlawful, alleging racial discrimination and constitutional violations.
Approximately 232 people with TPS and 73 applicants face losing their deportation protections and work permits. A DHS spokesperson defended the termination, stating a review found conditions in South Sudan no longer met the legal requirements and that the status was abused to admit dangerous individuals in the past. The plaintiffs are asking the court for an injunction to stop the termination, arguing they would face danger if forced to return to a fragile country. This case mirrors other legal fights over TPS cancellations under the Trump administration, with many holders having established lives and jobs in critical U.S. industries.
Approximately 232 people with TPS and 73 applicants face losing their deportation protections and work permits. A DHS spokesperson defended the termination, stating a review found conditions in South Sudan no longer met the legal requirements and that the status was abused to admit dangerous individuals in the past. The plaintiffs are asking the court for an injunction to stop the termination, arguing they would face danger if forced to return to a fragile country. This case mirrors other legal fights over TPS cancellations under the Trump administration, with many holders having established lives and jobs in critical U.S. industries.
