Migrants who entered the United States under a Biden-era immigration policy using the CBP One app are now being told to leave the country immediately by the Trump administration. This announcement has created confusion and fear among affected families, many of whom had legally lived and worked in the U.S.
Over 900,000 migrants were allowed into the country since January 2023 through the CBP One app. They were granted temporary permission to live and work in the U.S. for two years under presidential parole authority. But now, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has sent out termination notices to these individuals, asking them to voluntarily depart using the newly renamed CBP Home app.
One email reviewed by the Associated Press told a Honduran family, “It’s time for you to abandon the United States.” Similar emails were circulated on social media, showing the widespread nature of the action. The DHS has not disclosed the exact number of people affected.
Why is DHS ending CBP One parole?
According to DHS, canceling these paroles is part of Trump’s promise to secure the border and strengthen national security. The administration argues that Biden’s use of the parole authority allowed for mass entry, which they claim contributed to a border crisis.
Many of the affected migrants are from Honduras, El Salvador, and Mexico. Legal aid group Al Otro Lado confirmed that several of its clients had received revocation notices.
How did CBP One work?
The CBP One app was created under Biden to give migrants a legal and orderly path into the U.S. without crossing the border illegally. By the end of 2024, nearly 937,000 people had legally entered the U.S. this way. However, on Trump’s first day back in office, he ended new CBP One entries, leaving thousands of migrants in Mexico stranded despite having appointments.
Now, the Trump administration is also ending other Biden-era parole programs. Last month, DHS announced it would revoke parole for 532,000 migrants from countries like Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela who arrived by air with sponsors. That change takes effect on April 24.
In addition, Trump has moved to cancel Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for around 600,000 Venezuelans and 500,000 Haitians. TPS is usually granted when a migrant’s home country is unsafe. While a federal judge has paused the action for now, over 350,000 Venezuelans were at risk of losing their TPS this week.
Tips for Affected Migrants:
- Check the CBP Home app regularly for updates.
- Seek legal advice from nonprofits like Al Otro Lado.
- Do not ignore DHS emails — missing deadlines may increase risks.
- Stay informed through trusted news sources and immigration groups.
These sweeping changes signal a major shift in immigration policy and leave many migrants in legal limbo. With more deportation actions expected, affected individuals are urged to act quickly and seek legal support.