The Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has the authority to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to eligible foreign-born individuals who are unable to return home for certain safety-related reasons. TPS may be designated to a foreign country when there are circumstances in the country preventing it from adequately handling the return of its nationals. Reasons include ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, and other extraordinary and temporary conditions. During a designated period, individuals who are eligible for TPS may apply for temporary employment and travel authorization.
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