Summary
The Trump administration plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians in the U.S. by February 3, 2026. This decision comes despite ongoing violence and instability in Haiti that has displaced over a million people. Former President Joe Biden had previously extended TPS due to several crises in Haiti.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration announced the end of TPS for Haitians, effective February 3, 2026.
- Haiti is experiencing increased violence, with over 1 million people displaced.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that no conditions in Haiti prevent return of its citizens.
- The TPS program is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to limit immigration.
- Former President Joe Biden extended Haitians' TPS in 2024 due to multiple crises.
- A federal judge previously blocked efforts by Trump to end Haitian TPS.
- Over half of Haiti's population, including millions of children, need humanitarian aid.
