Biden Administration Grants Relief to Over 470,000 Venezuelan Migrants in the US

The Biden administration has expanded humanitarian relief for Venezuelans in the United States, allowing hundreds of thousands more individuals to be eligible for work permits. This move is likely to appease New York City officials who have been calling for work authorization for certain migrants. The expansion of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans residing in the US on or before July 31 will provide temporary protection from removal and employment authorization. New York Governor Kathy Hochul praised the federal government's action and expressed readiness to sign people up for work authorization. The Biden administration has been dealing with a growing number of Venezuelans arriving at the US southern border, and discussions on Venezuela were held between President Biden and Brazil's President Lula da Silva.