Judge Clears End of Haiti TPS

On August 19, 2026, U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes of the United States — United States District Court for the District of Columbia reversed her earlier injunction and allowed the Trump administration to terminate Temporary protected status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Haitians. The decision followed the United States — Supreme Court of the United States' June 2026 ruling in Mullin v. Doe, which held that TPS determinations are not subject to judicial review. Judge Reyes acknowledged that her prior order pausing the termination was no longer in effect. The Department of Homeland Security had already announced the termination effective July 27, 2026, and instructed employers to reverify work authorization. The ruling exposes Haitian TPS holders to loss of work authorization, detention, and deportation. It has significant implications for the healthcare industry, as many Haitian TPS holders work as caregivers and nursing assistants. Organizations like Jawonio have laid off staff, and the Florida Health Care Association warned of strain on the healthcare system. Advocates, including Senator Chris Murphy and the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, condemned the decision, citing dangerous conditions in Haiti. The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund's request to block deportations was declined. Attorneys, including Ira Kurzban, are considering a constitutional challenge based on racial discrimination. The ruling also affects the broader TPS program covering about 1.7 million people from 17 countries.