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After Supreme Court’s TPS decision, more than a million immigrants face scramble to stay in US
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 26, 2026
· 9 min read
By Michael Williams, Priscilla Alvarez, Catherine E. Shoichet, Tami Luhby, CNN
(CNN) — Until Thursday morning, hundreds of thousands of Haitians were legally living and working in the United States, along with thousands of Syrians. Now, their work permits are set to expire and their deportation...
Key takeaway And while the case was focused on the roughly 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians who have TPS protection, its repercussions stand to affect hundreds of thousands of additional nationals from 11 other countries.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Supreme Court's decision on Temporary Protected Status will have significant implications for El Paso , a city with a large and diverse immigrant population. Many of these immigrants have made El Paso their home, working and contributing to the local economy. The termination of their deportation protections and work permits will not only affect them but also the industries they work in, such as healthcare, construction, and hospitality. Local businesses and community organizations will likely feel the impact of this decision, as hundreds of thousands of immigrants face uncertainty about their future in the US. El Paso's city government and social services may also need to prepare for an influx of residents seeking assistance and guidance on navigating this new reality. As the city moves forward, it will be important to consider the potential economic and social consequences of this decision on the El Paso community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 9 min
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What is this story about? By Michael Williams, Priscilla Alvarez, Catherine E. Shoichet, Tami Luhby, CNN
(CNN) — Until Thursday morning, hundreds of thousands of Haitians were legally living and working in the United States, along with thousands of Syrians. Now, their work permits are set to expire and their deportation...
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