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There Is No Evidence That TPS Designations Increase Irregular Migration to the United States The figures in this column contain a correction. Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, the U.S. secretary of homeland security is authorized to designate countries for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) when ongoing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary and temporary circumstances exist that render the countries unable to adequately or safely handle the return of their nationals from abroad. Following such a designation, certain nationals from those countries who are already in the United States may qualify to receive temporary protection from deportation and work authorization. In addition to preventing such individuals from being returned to dangerous situations in their home countries, this also provides designated countries with the time and space needed to regain stability without having to deal with the added strain of safely and effectively reintegrating return

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