News Round Up 6/23/ – 6/29/2025 Part 9

Headline and Summary

TPS Review for Haitians Threatens Economic Stability
The Trump administration’s review of TPS for 200,000 Haitians raises concerns about humanitarian and economic fallout for industries like hospitality and healthcare.

Details of the Event

DHS is reviewing TPS designations, with potential termination for Haitians by late 2025 The Washington Post.

Human rights groups argue Haiti’s gang violence and instability make returns unsafe Amnesty International.

Affected Haitians face uncertainty, prompting protests in Florida and New York.

Key Developments

Advocacy groups are preparing lawsuits to challenge potential terminations.

The review follows scrutiny of TPS for other countries, signaling a broader rollback.

Businesses in healthcare and hospitality anticipate labor shortages if TPS ends.

Implications

For Immigrants: Families risk separation and return to a volatile Haiti.

For Policymakers: The move pressures Congress for permanent solutions.

For Businesses: Labor shortages could increase costs in hospitality and healthcare.

Economic Impact: Loss of TPS workers could reduce local economic activity, particularly in Florida.

Quotes and Perspectives

Marie Pierre, Haitian-American Activist: “Haiti is not safe—gangs control the streets, and there’s no functioning government. Ending TPS would be a death sentence for many” The Miami Herald.

Sean Hannity, Fox News Host: “This is about restoring order and prioritizing American citizens. TPS was never meant to be permanent, and it’s time to enforce the law” Fox News.

Senator Cory Booker, Democrat: “This decision is cruel and shortsighted. These are people who’ve contributed to our country for years, and we’re turning our backs on them” CNN.