An Analysis of the U.S. Humanitarian Parole Program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV): A Case Study of Nicaraguan Migration and Its Implications.

This thesis is a case study of the U.S. humanitarian parole program that the administration of President Joseph R. Biden Jr. launched for Venezuelans in 2022 and expanded to include Nicaraguans, Haitians, and Cubans (CHNV) in early 2023, in response to the growing number of migrants arriving at the Southwest border. The analysis focuses on the experience of Nicaraguans. It examines the eligibility criteria, the implementation process, and the initial outcomes, considering the perspectives of the United States as the receiving country, Nicaragua as the country of origin, and migrants as the primary beneficiaries. It also evaluates the political discourse, media coverage, and legal challenges surrounding the program, including lawsuits filed both in support of and in opposition to its continuation. The project assesses the overall impact of the CHNV and explores the broader lessons it offers for the development of immigration policies that prioritize the dignity and humanization of migrants. Keywords: humanitarian parole, Nicaraguans, immigration, United States, Biden administration