Granted temporary residence for a year due to a severe illness: A four-year-old girl and her mother are allowed entry into the country on humanitarian grounds.
In a significant turn of events, a mother and her critically ill 4-year-old daughter, who faced the threat of deportation due to their medical condition, have been granted a reprieve. The family's attorneys announced on Tuesday that their humanitarian parole has been approved for a year.
The family had initially received a notice from the Department of Homeland Security in April, stating that their parole and work authorization had been terminated. This notice warned of potential law enforcement actions and the possibility of deportation unless they found a legal means to remain in the U.S.
At a recent press conference, the family and their lawyers discussed the potentially dire consequences of deportation on the 4-year-old girl's health. Her medical condition, short bowel syndrome, necessitates daily treatment and specialized care that is only available in the U.S. The girl's equipment is confined to the U.S., and few facilities outside the country are capable of administering her treatment.
The family, originally from Mexico, entered the U.S. through the CBP One app in July 2023 and were granted humanitarian parole. While their parole was set to expire at the end of July, the mother was actively seeking an extension.
Following the press conference, a senior DHS official told NBC News that the family was not "actively being deported" and that their application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services was "still being considered."
It's essential for families seeking humanitarian parole for medical treatment to consult with immigration attorneys or relevant authorities for the most current guidance and to explore potential options based on individual circumstances. The present status of humanitarian parole extensions, especially for those who require treatment only available in the U.S., is not explicitly defined, but ongoing litigation and program changes may impact such situations.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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