Three organizations have filed a lawsuit to block the Trump administration’s decision to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from Haiti and Venezuela living in the U.S. President Trump’s administration recently rescinded the TPS extension granted by President Biden, requiring Haitians to return by August 3 and Venezuelans by April 2. The lawsuit, filed by Lawyers for Civil Rights, is the first on behalf of Haitians under TPS, with two other lawsuits previously filed on behalf of Venezuelans. TPS is seen as a critical lifeline for immigrants fleeing violence, political upheaval, and natural disasters in their home countries. The White House has not responded to the lawsuit.
The Boston area is home to a large Haitian community, with nearly 50,000 Haitian people residing there. The lawsuit argues that Trump does not have the authority to prematurely end TPS for individuals whose status was extended until 2026. Immigrant advocacy organizations and affected individuals are challenging the decision, alleging racial bias and pointing to derogatory remarks made by Trump about Haiti and African nations in the past. The lawsuit argues that the administration lacks the authority to revoke an extension already granted, with two plaintiffs, Sydney and Marlene Doe, who have made Massachusetts their home in 2018, stating that they face uncertainty and potential deportation if TPS is ended prematurely. Overall, the lawsuit challenges the administration’s decision on TPS for Haiti and Venezuela, highlighting the impact on immigrant communities and the potential consequences of premature deportation.
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