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A US judge ruled that the Trump administration's attempt to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Venezuelan and Haitian migrants was unlawful, allowing around 1.1 million migrants to continue living and working legally in the US, though the DHS plans to appeal the decision.
The Biden administration is facing pressure from human rights organizations to change its treatment of Haitian migrants, but there are no plans to do so. More than 480 human rights organizations have asked for a moratorium on deportations to Haiti and the immediate release of detained Haitian migrants. The administration has not deported Haitian migrants back to their home country by plane since the violence began, but it has continued sending migrants who are interdicted at sea back to Haiti by boat. The administration is not considering granting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to an additional group of undocumented Haitians, despite the current crisis.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has suggested that Haitian migrants arriving in his state could be sent to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts, as the state anticipates increased migration due to the turmoil in Haiti. This comes after DeSantis previously sent Venezuelan migrants to Massachusetts in 2022. Massachusetts is already dealing with a crisis of its own from an influx of migrants, with the state's emergency shelter system hitting capacity and Governor Maura Healey's administration scrambling to open new temporary shelters.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has warned that Haitian migrants fleeing violence may be sent to Democratic strongholds like Martha’s Vineyard, as part of a mass busing program away from border states. With Florida being close to Haiti, DeSantis has deployed resources to patrol the South Florida waterways and recently intercepted a boat carrying 25 Haitian refugees, including children, along with firearms, night vision goggles, and drugs. DeSantis stated that he needs to defend his state and has enough issues dealing with people fleeing from blue states moving to Florida.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed that state law enforcement intercepted a boat carrying Haitian migrants, firearms, drugs, and night vision gear near the Florida coast. This comes amid increased unrest in Haiti, prompting DeSantis to deploy additional personnel and aircraft to the Florida coast. He emphasized that the state has been assisting the Coast Guard with interdicting vessels carrying illegal immigrants and signed three pieces of legislation to deter illegal immigration, including increasing penalties for crimes committed by deported illegal immigrants. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that those interdicted at sea face immediate repatriation, and DeSantis warned that attempting to reach Florida by boat is hazardous and not worth the risk.
The Biden administration is reportedly considering using the migrant center at the US Naval base in Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants fleeing gang violence in Haiti, amid concerns of a potential mass exodus. The plan involves expanding an existing migrant center on the naval base, separate from the military prison, to accommodate any influx of migrants. This comes as Haiti grapples with a surge in gang-related violence, with the prime minister announcing plans to resign amid the unrest. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has also revealed plans to deploy resources in anticipation of a potential migration from Haiti to Florida.
The Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus from Haiti due to worsening conditions, including gang violence and political instability. The US is monitoring the situation and potential migration routes, with discussions underway to expand capacity at Guantanamo Bay. The administration is also preparing for a potential influx of Haitian migrants by sea, as federal resources are already strained and key immigration agencies are low on funds. The situation in Haiti has prompted the deployment of a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team and the resignation of the embattled prime minister, while the US government continues to seek additional funding for border security.
Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and his government have been profiting from the influx of vulnerable Haitian migrants who use the country as a transit point to reach the United States. The regime charges exorbitant entry fees of $150-$200 per migrant, generating millions of dollars each month. Additionally, the government imposes steep landing fees on charter flights from Haiti, amounting to $2,000-$3,000 per flight. The departure tax on these flights further adds to the regime's revenue. The United States has expressed concern about the increase in charter flights and warned Haitians about the dangers and uncertainties of the journey. Experts argue that Ortega and his government are intentionally facilitating this migration crisis to attack the United States.