New York, NY—Today, the United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, announced the Trump administration will revoke the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Haiti, leaving hundreds of thousands at risk of deportation and without work permits.
The temporary humanitarian program protected approximately 500,000 Haitians. These individuals will lose status and work authorization on August 3, 2025.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“The Trump administration’s decision to revoke TPS for Haitians is a direct attack on the thousands of families who have built their lives here, contributing to our communities and local economy. This reckless and cruel decision puts Haitians at risk of deportation, forcing them to return to a country still reeling from political and economic turmoil. Haitian New Yorkers are our neighbors, teachers, home health aides, and more. They deserve stability, not the constant threat of being torn away from their families and community at a moment’s notice based on nothing but politics. This is yet another example of Trump pushing his mass deportation agenda at any cost, by dismantling the legal protections that have allowed families to live with dignity. The New York Congressional Delegation must act now to provide permanent protections for all TPS holders and stand with immigrant communities against these cruel policies.”
**Individuals impacted by this update are encouraged to seek legal counsel for further consultation and to determine if they qualify for alternative humanitarian or other programs. For access to legal counsel, individuals can reach the hotline at the Office of New Americans at 800-566-7636 or by email at newamericans@dos.ny.gov**.