Overview
- U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes issued an injunction halting the termination of Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status, finding the decision was likely influenced in part by racial animus and lacked reasoned analysis.
- Reyes criticized DHS for a sparse administrative record and failures to follow required consultation and review, noting filings showed a single brief email as the agency’s analysis.
- The court highlighted a State Department “Do not travel to Haiti” advisory as inconsistent with DHS’s conclusion that conditions allowed safe return.
- DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin called the ruling “lawless activism” and said the administration will appeal, signaling a fast track toward higher courts including the Supreme Court.
- Haitian communities reported relief and ongoing uncertainty, with vigils in South Florida and local businesses describing economic fallout since the termination was announced in November.