Will Ukrainians be allowed to remain in the US until the end of the war: Donald Trump's statement clarifies the situation

Donald Trump has stated his position on Ukrainian refugees in the US. Find out what he said, whether Ukrainian citizens will be able to remain in the US until the end of the war, and what preceded this statement

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Ukrainians who fled to the United States to escape the war can breathe a sigh of relief. US President Donald Trump made a statement regarding their continued stay in the country. During a brief conversation with reporters on July 29, the politician noted that Ukrainian refugees will be allowed to remain in the United States at least until the end of the full-scale war in Ukraine.

“We will do that. We have a lot of people who came from Ukraine, and we are working with them,” Trump said in response to a question about the future of Ukrainian refugees in the US.

This statement came as a surprise, as it contrasts with Trump's well-known tough stance on immigration. Despite his reputation as a politician who advocates immigration restrictions, he assured that Ukrainians who have found temporary refuge in the US will not be forced to return home during the active phase of the war.

Read also: Does the U4U program work in the US – what has changed in 2025 for Ukrainians who want to go to the US?

Background: rumors of deportation and denial from the White House

Information about the possible revocation of status for Ukrainian refugees in the US appeared back in March 2025. Later, in May of the same year, the Trump administration allegedly planned to deport more than 200,000 Ukrainians. This news caused a wave of anxiety in the Ukrainian diaspora.

However, within a few days, the White House categorically denied this information. Administration officials said that no decision had been made to change the status of Ukrainian refugees and called the media reports fake news. After that, there were no official statements on the matter until Trump's July remark.

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What does this mean for Ukrainian refugees?

Today, tens of thousands of Ukrainians are in the US under various temporary protection programs, including Uniting for Ukraine. This program allows Ukrainians to temporarily live and work in the US with the support of American sponsors. However, new applications for UFU are not being accepted, and the program continues to operate only for those who are already in the country. Many of them found themselves in the country in a state of extreme uncertainty due to difficulties with extending their status, obtaining documents, or finding employment.

Trump's latest statement offers some hope for stability, at least for the duration of martial law in Ukraine. However, experience shows that even the most optimistic words of politicians must be backed up by action. Therefore, it is important for Ukrainians in the US to stay up to date with the latest news, extend their legal stay, and seek legal assistance if necessary.

Read also: What to do after your U4U status expires in the US – legalization options for Ukrainians.

How to protect your rights in the US: the importance of legal support

Ukrainians temporarily residing in the US often face bureaucratic difficulties: extending work permits, adapting to a new system of immigration rules, and uncertainty about the continuation of protection. In such cases, it is especially important to have qualified support.

If you or your loved ones need advice on legal residence in the US or changes in immigration policy, contact the immigration lawyers at Visit Ukraine. Our specialists will help you understand the situation, prepare the necessary documents, and avoid mistakes that could affect your status in the US.

We remind you! New USCIS rules increase the financial burden on immigrants seeking asylum or work in the US. The fees are mandatory for everyone — both those who are just applying and those whose cases are already pending. Read how the new rules will work in the US in our previous article.

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