Haitian immigrants
Coverage of Haitian immigrants in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Thousands of people are now going to die violent deaths,’ says attorney for Ohio Haitian community
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling allows the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 Haitian immigrants, leading to potential deportations to Haiti amid severe violence and instability. Ohio attorney Geoff Pipoly, who represented Haitian families, warned that thousands may face violent deaths due to the decision.
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The U.S. Supreme Court allowed the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, affecting approximately 30,000 Haitians in Ohio. Defenders warn of dangerous conditions in Haiti, where gangs control 90% of the capital, and highlight economic contributions of TPS holders to Ohio's economy.
- Mullin’s remarks that Haitian and Syrian immigrants ‘can choose to go back’ further outrage New York advocates after Supreme Court TPS ruling
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin defended ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, suggesting they can apply for residency, temporary visas, or return home with federal financial assistance. The Supreme Court upheld the decision, which immigration advocates in New York and legal experts condemned as harmful, arguing it ignores the dangers of returning to unstable home countries.
- First Thing: Mamdani says socialist allies offer ‘national message’ to US
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani and endorsed candidates highlight a 'national message' for working Americans through socialist-aligned politics. Moderate Democrats responded with an open letter opposing socialist policies. A Supreme Court decision impacts Haitian and Syrian immigrants by ending temporary protected status.
- US homeland security secretary tells migrants to seek permanent status or leave
US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated that migrants on temporary protected status (TPS) should seek permanent residence or leave the country following a Supreme Court ruling that removed TPS protections from over 350,000 immigrants. The decision may enable deportations of Haitian and Syrian migrants to their home countries, which face conflict and destitution.
- Haitians, Syrians In Chicago Face Dire Consequences After Losing Protective Status, Advocates Warn
A Supreme Court ruling removed Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, affecting over 350,000 people and prompting warnings of severe consequences for Chicago's immigrant communities. Advocates criticized the decision as rooted in racial bias and highlighted the lack of legal recourse for impacted individuals.
- Takeaways from Supreme Court's 2 immigration opinions
The Supreme Court issued two major immigration decisions, one of which removes deportation restrictions for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the rulings.
- Supreme Court’s ruling to end protections for Haitian, Syrian immigrants could have broader impact
The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can end temporary legal protections for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, potentially impacting 1.3 million people from 17 countries. The decision may lead to deportations and affects beneficiaries of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), including Venezuelans, who are the largest group under the program.
- Supreme Court’s ruling to end protections for Haitian, Syrian immigrants could have broader impact
The Supreme Court's decision allows the Trump administration to end temporary legal protections for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, which could affect people from other countries. The ruling may have broader implications for immigration policies.
- Supreme Court undermines TPS program, putting 147,000 immigrants in Texas at risk of deportation
The Supreme Court's decision has weakened the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program, endangering 147,000 immigrants in Texas, primarily Haitian and Syrian, with potential risks for up to 1.3 million TPS recipients nationwide.
- JONATHAN TURLEY: Supreme Court hands Trump a border victory liberals can't spin
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that asylum seekers must be physically present in the United States to file claims, rejecting the Biden administration's approach to border processing. The decision in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado and Mullin v. Doe also upheld the Trump administration's revocation of temporary protection status for Syrian and Haitian immigrants. The majority opinion emphasized literal interpretation of 'in' the U.S., while dissenting justices argued for contextual readings of immigration statutes.
- Lawler calls for Haiti TPS extension, saying ending protections will ‘create a crisis’
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) advocated for extending temporary protected status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants, warning that the Supreme Court's decision to end protections would 'create a crisis.' The court ruled 6-3 against maintaining TPS for Haitians and Syrians.
- US Supreme Court paves way for rollback of TPS protections for Haitians, Syrians
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Trump administration can end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, overturning previous court protections. Massachusetts officials warned this would disrupt healthcare workers and families, while the White House called it a victory for enforcing TPS as a temporary measure.
- Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for Syrians and Haitians
The U.S. Supreme Court allowed President Donald Trump's administration to terminate deportation protections for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, removing a humanitarian status that shielded them from deportation. This decision supports Trump's stringent immigration policies.
- Supreme court to release opinions with several high-stakes rulings to come including birthright citizenship – US politics live
The Supreme Court is set to release rulings on birthright citizenship and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian immigrants as part of Donald Trump’s immigration agenda. Additional cases include a psychiatric defense in the Manhattan trial of Luigi Mangione over the killing of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson.
- Haitian immigrants ask Supreme Court to toss case in light of new evidence
Haitian immigrants' lawyers are asking the Supreme Court to dismiss a case due to new evidence. They claim the court lacks a complete record of the Trump administration's decision to end temporary protective status for Haitians in the U.S.
- Republicans split with Trump and back Haitians – to save their seats
Republicans in Ohio are backing Haitian immigrants to save their seats, despite Trump's stance. The Haitian community has helped revive the economy in Springfield, Ohio. Local pastor Carl Ruby has been trying to contact Congressman Mike Turner to discuss the difficulties facing Haitians.
- Supreme Court reviews Trump cancellation of Haitian, Syrian protected status
The Supreme Court is reviewing the Trump administration's decision to revoke protected status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, potentially forcing hundreds of thousands to return to their home countries. The case centers on whether the administration's action violated legal standards for immigration policies.
- House moving ahead on bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to Trump administration
The U.S. House has advanced a bipartisan bill to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants for three years, countering the Trump administration's push to terminate the program. The legislation aims to prevent deportations amid Haiti's ongoing crises, as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on a case that could end TPS for Haitian and Syrian immigrants.
- House advances bill to shield Haitian immigrants in defiance of Trump
The U.S. House of Representatives advanced a bill aimed at protecting Haitian immigrants from potential deportations under Trump's policies. The measure saw bipartisan support, including from Rep. María Elvira Salazar, a Florida Republican who crossed party lines to back the legislation.