Markey Welcomes Ruling Against Trump Administration Effort to Terminate Protected Status for Haitians

Boston (March 8, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today released the following statement after the U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., ruled against the Trump administration's efforts to terminate temporary protected status (TPS) for Haiti. Last year, Senator Markey led an amicus brief in the case, Miot v. Trump, urging the court to pause the unlawful Haiti TPS termination and emphasizing the immense public interest served by the presence of Haitian TPS holders in Massachusetts and across the United States.

"Once again, a federal court has blocked the Trump administration from immediately ending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians. The termination of Haiti TPS is cruel, callous, and calculated. TPS is a lifesaving program for helping people and embodies?the American promise?as a land of freedom and refuge. It is clear to all, including to the Trump administration, that Haitian TPS holders cannot return home safely," said Senator Markey.

"The narrative of the Haitian diaspora in the United States is a story of resilience, hope, and the enduring spirit of a people who, despite facing adversity, continue to contribute to the global tapestry of humanity. Haitian TPS holders are?deeply rooted in our Massachusetts communities-from Mattapan to Brockton. While this latest federal appeals court decision is another victory, we cannot stop fighting to protect our Haitian friends, family members, neighbors, and colleagues."

On February 2, 2026, Senator Markey previously applauded the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia's decision to pause the Trump administration's termination of TPS for Haiti, which was set to expire on February 3. On January 20, Senator Markey and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Co-Chair of the House Haiti Caucus, held a field hearing at Jubilee Christian Church in Mattapan to highlight the importance of extending Temporary Protected Status for Haiti. The lawmakers heard from panels of individuals, advocates, and community leaders impacted by the Trump administration's decision to end TPS for Haitians.

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