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As protection for Afghan refugees ends, many fear for their safety if forced to leave

By Monika Evstatieva
Published July 14, 2025 at 4:00 AM CDT

Temporary protected status for Afghan refugees in the U.S. ends Monday. Hundreds could face deportation back to Afghanistan, which is now under Taliban rule.

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Monika Evstatieva is a Senior Producer on Investigations.
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