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For thousands of Haitians in the U.S., end of protected status brings fear, grief and defiance
crime NPR Top News September 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM

For thousands of Haitians in the U.S., end of protected status brings fear, grief and defiance

Haitians in the U.S. lost their Temporary Protected Status under Trump's immigration crackdown. Now facing deportation to a homeland wracked by gang violence, disease and extreme poverty, Haitians in Miami are meeting the moment with grief, anger, and courage.

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