Bera Opposes Supreme Court Decision Allowing Trump Administration to Move Forward with Terminating TPS for Haitians and Syrians

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision in Mullin v. Doe allowing the Trump administration to move forward with terminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections for Haitians and Syrians currently residing in the United States:

"I strongly oppose the Supreme Court's decision allowing the Trump administration to strip Temporary Protected Status from Haitians and Syrians who fled dangerous conditions, came to the United States legally, follow our laws, and are rebuilding their lives in America.

"Forcing law-abiding people back to countries still facing violence, instability, and humanitarian crises is both cruel and dangerous. These individuals sought refuge through legal channels and have become valued members of communities across our country. For many, being returned could amount to a death sentence.

"Our nation has a proud legacy of offering refuge to people fleeing oppression, violence, and persecution. Earlier this year, I voted for legislation that passed through the House to extend Temporary Protected Status for Haiti. The Senate must act swiftly to pass that legislation, and Congress must continue working to ensure that people who followed our laws and sought safety through legal channels are not needlessly forced back into harm's way."