Geslain Luma, a 29-year-old Haitian immigrant, received temporary protected status (TPS) to stay in the U.S. on the same day President Trump announced plans to end the program. TPS has allowed thousands of Haitians to work legally and avoid deportation due to political instability, gang violence, and economic hardship in Haiti. With over 500,000 Haitian immigrants facing an uncertain future, the decision has left many in fear of deportation and questioning their next steps.
Since the 2010 earthquake, many Haitians have sought stability and built lives in the U.S. under TPS, but the program was never meant to be permanent. Abigail Desravines, a TPS recipient, highlighted the challenges of renewing, paying fees, and living with uncertainty. Despite these hurdles, TPS allowed her to build a life in the U.S., eventually earning a green card.
For many facing the end of TPS, the prospect of returning to Haiti is daunting, especially with the country plagued by instability and violence. The fear of deportation and the impact on families relying on financial support from immigrants in the U.S. is a cause for concern. Advocacy groups are pushing for legislative action to protect TPS holders and provide a pathway to residency for long-term residents.
Rev. Samuel Nicolas of the Evangelical Crusade Christian Church in Brooklyn, where many Haitian immigrants live, hopes for compassion from Trump and Congress to prevent deportations and provide relief for those facing uncertainty. The decision to end TPS for Haitians early has sparked legal action and calls for humanitarian consideration in light of the challenges facing Haiti.
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