Breaking News: US Ends TPS for Haitians; 500,000 Face Deportation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump has announced that the US will terminate the Protection Status (TPS) for Haitians, putting nearly 500,000 lives in limbo. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Haitian TPS holders must leave the United States by September 2, 2024.
Reversal of Extended Status by Biden Administration
This reversal comes just months after the Biden administration’s decision to extend TPS for Haitians until February 3, 2026. The DHS stated that Haiti’s local situation has improved, allowing displaced individuals to return home.
The Haitian Crisis
Haiti has been plagued by civil war, violent armed groups, and political instability that led to its initial TPS designation following the devastating 2010 earthquake. Despite these ongoing issues, the US continues to advise against travel to Haiti due to severe risks, including kidnapping and civil unrest.
TPS Overview and Historical Context
The Protection Status program, enacted in 1990, allows residents who cannot safely reside in their home countries to stay legally in the United States. The trade-off involves dangerous journeys back home.
Initially designed as a humanitarian measure, TPS has expanded to include individuals from 17 countries, including Afghanistan and Lebanon. However, President Trump championed policies to reduce TPS protections. This move follows years of attempts by his administration to limit illegal immigration and tighten border security measures.
The Future of TPS
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Stay tuned to archyde.com for more breaking news, expert analysis, and shifting trends in American immigration policy.
