The Trump administration canceled an extension of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians that was extended by the Biden administration until February 2026. The protections will end on August 3, affecting over 520,000 Haitians in the U.S.
Key Points
Cancellation of TPS for Haitians
Impact on over 520,000 Haitians in the U.S.
Previous and current administrations' decisions on TPS
Violence and gang issues in Haiti
Pros
Returning TPS to its original temporary status
Cons
Forcing stability away from half a million Haitians
Deporting people to a country plagued by violence and political turmoil