A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's early terminations of humanitarian parole for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan nationals. In another development, according to reporting by news outlets, the Trump administration is terminating Temporary Protected Status for nationals of Afghanistan and Cameroon.

TPS status and employment authorizations have been reinstated for Venezuelans temporarily. The decision is being appealed.

A U.S. District Court temporarily enjoined the U.S. Department of Labor from requiring certifications aimed at eliminating certain DEI initiatives under a Trump Administration executive order. 

The plan reduces the HHS workforce by 20,000 people, closes some regional offices, and consolidates HHS divisions.

DOJ and EEOC issue guidance regarding discrimination related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

The Department of Homeland Security is terminating the humanitarian parole programs for non-citizens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela and their immediate family members, effective April 24^th.

The Trump administration's termination of TPS for Venezuelans with TPS under the 2023 designation will take effect on April 7, 2025. LeadingAge National has provided an update for employers.

Urge Congress to preserve Medicare telehealth flexibilities set to expire March 31^st.