In a development that will be welcomed by conservatives, the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court impacting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has left nearly four dozen Venezuelan Disney workers out in the cold.
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With legal status stripped away, these individuals face uncertain futures as Disney complies with the law.
Nearly four dozen workers from Venezuela, employed at Disney, have been put on leave following a U.S. Supreme Court decision that allowed the Trump administration to remove their TPS.
These workers, previously protected from deportation due to unsafe conditions in Venezuela, now find themselves without employment as they lose their legal work status, CBS News reports.
Disney emphasized the need to comply with U.S. law, explaining that their decision to place the workers on leave is unavoidable given the circumstances.
These workers, crucial to the success of Disney, now face an uncertain future.
About two-thirds of the affected employees hold union jobs, providing them the opportunity for reinstatement should they secure proper work authorization within a year.
“It’s very distressing. Disney is being made to be the bad guy, but they didn’t have any choice,” said union leader Julee Jerkovich.
TPS has been a topic of political debate, allowing individuals from dangerous countries to live and work in the U.S. temporarily.
This Supreme Court ruling is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration involving emergency appeals related to immigration.
As this decision potentially exposes up to 350,000 Venezuelans to deportation, it underscores the heated debate over immigration policy in America.
Despite these challenges, Disney maintains its commitment to the well-being of its employees who are navigating changing immigration policies.
The impacted workers will continue to receive benefits while on leave, showcasing Disney’s dedication to help employees through these difficult times.
However, the coalition of Disney World unions has criticized the decision, emphasizing the significant contributions made by these workers and opposing the looming threats to their livelihoods.
“We are committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all our employees who may be navigating changing immigration policies and how they could impact them or their families,” Disney said.
The situation raises essential questions about the balance between enforcing the law and maintaining humanity in immigration policies.
As the debate continues, the affected workers remain in a state of limbo, waiting for justice and a chance to return to their previously stable lives in America.
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— Orlando Sentinel (@orlandosentinel) May 23, 2025
