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Biden Administration Expands Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

Over 300,000 Haitians in the U.S. will gain extended protection due to ongoing violence and instability in Haiti.

Overview

  • The Department of Homeland Security announced an 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians.
  • Conditions in Haiti, including gang violence and natural disasters, have made safe return impossible.
  • The extension applies to Haitians present in the U.S. as of June 3, 2024.
  • The decision contrasts with previous administration policies and highlights the Biden administration's humanitarian approach.
  • Advocacy groups praise the move but call for an end to deportations of recent arrivals.