Thousands of Haitian families in the United States face uncertainty after the Trump administration officially terminated Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for the community this month. The program, which allowed approximately 350,000 Haitians to live and work legally in the U.S. following the 2010 earthquake, has been a lifeline for over a decade.
Advocacy groups warn the decision could disrupt communities and strain cross-border family ties, particularly affecting second-generation Haitian-Americans. The move comes amid broader debates on immigration reform and regional stability, with Haiti still recovering from political unrest and natural disasters in recent years.
Legal experts note that affected individuals must now seek alternative visas or prepare to depart by June 2026, though court challenges are anticipated. The policy shift is being closely monitored across Asia, where similar protected status programs affect communities from Myanmar, Yemen, and other crisis-affected regions.
