Trump Administration Ends Deportation Protections for 520,000 Haitian Immigrants

Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, extended under Biden, will now expire in August, raising fears of deportation to a country facing severe instability and violence.

The Trump administration has reversed an extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants, cutting protections short by 18 months to end in August 2025.
More than 520,000 Haitians, many of whom have lived in the U.S. for over a decade, face potential deportation despite deep economic and social ties to American communities.
Haiti remains in crisis, with widespread gang violence, political instability, and humanitarian challenges making deportation dangerous, according to advocates and lawmakers.
Critics argue that the decision undermines U.S. economic interests, as Haitian TPS holders contribute significantly to industries like healthcare, education, and aviation.
The move is part of a broader rollback of Biden-era immigration policies, with similar TPS revocations impacting Venezuelan migrants earlier this year.