U.S. Supreme Court to hear case on ending TPS for Syrians
QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – The Supreme Court of the United States will hear on Wednesday a case that could determine the future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syrians residing in the United States.
The case concerns efforts to end deportation protections for around 6,000 Syrians who have benefited from the program since 2012.
The court has, for now, declined to allow the termination to take effect while legal proceedings continue, with arguments scheduled for next month.
The U.S. Department of Justice argues that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has the authority to end TPS designations. Opponents contend that conditions in Syria remain unsafe for return.
TPS was first granted to Syrians in 2012 following the outbreak of war and has been repeatedly extended due to ongoing violence and humanitarian concerns.
Lower U.S. courts previously blocked attempts to terminate the program, citing legal and procedural issues, including whether conditions in Syria were adequately assessed.
The case is part of broader efforts under the administration of Donald Trump to roll back migrant protections. Legal experts say the Supreme Court’s ruling could shape how U.S. courts handle immigration policies linked to conflict zones.
Advocates warn that ending TPS could expose thousands of Syrians to deportation to a country still facing insecurity, economic hardship, and fragile governance more than a decade into the conflict.
A final ruling is expected later this year, while current protections remain in place.