A federal judge has ordered a halt to any decision on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans , leaving thousands uncertain about their future in the United States.

The ruling comes from U.S. District Judge Edward Chan, the same judge who earlier this year blocked a Trump administration effort to end TPS protections for more than 200,000 Venezuelans. But unless the courts intervene again, thousands remain at risk of losing legal protections starting September 10.

Uncertainty for Venezuelan families

For Venezuelans like Leticia—who asked that her last name not be used—the uncertainty is devastating. She came to the U.S. fleeing repression in her home country and has been working multiple jobs to survive.

"If the U.S. government leaves us without TPS, we won't be able to

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