Supreme Court Justices Question Racial Bias Claims in Haitian TPS Termination Case

Appeals Court Blocks Termination of TPS for 350,000 Haitians·Latest event May 1, 2026

May 1

Supreme Court Justices Question Racial Bias Claims in Haitian TPS Termination Case

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments regarding the government's power to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over one million people. Justice Samuel Alito questioned claims that the move to end protections was based on racial bias. Advocates argue that ending the program would harm families and the national economy. This legal debate occurs as Congress considers its own solutions. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to extend TPS for Haitians through April 2029. This follows a legislative resolution to ensure protections remain in place while the court determines if the administration followed proper legal steps.

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Apr 26

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Executive Power to End Haitian Temporary Protected Status

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments this week about the government's power to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from Haiti and Syria. This legal case tests the limits of presidential power over immigration policy. Lower courts previously blocked the administration from ending these protections. While the court considers the case, the House of Representatives passed a bill to extend TPS for Haitians until 2029. This legislative action followed a discharge petition that forced a vote on the matter. The Supreme Court's decision will determine if the administration can stop the program while lower court orders are still active.

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Apr 20

House Passes Bipartisan Bill to Grant 18-Month Temporary Protected Status Extension for Haitians

The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to grant Haiti Temporary Protected Status for 18 months. This legislation, H.R. 1689, allows Haitian citizens currently in the United States to live and work legally. The bill was introduced by Representatives Gillen and Lawler to address the ongoing instability in Haiti. Supporters celebrated the vote as a major victory for the Haitian community. Representative Gillen praised the bipartisan support for the measure and noted that the effort now moves to the Senate. This vote occurred after lawmakers used a discharge petition to force the bill to the House floor for consideration.

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Apr 9

Rep. Pressley Forces House Vote on Haiti TPS Extension After Discharge Petition Hits 218-Signature Threshold

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments in late April to decide the fate of legal protections for 350,000 Haitians currently residing in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status. In the House, a successful discharge petition has bypassed committee leadership to force a floor vote on H.Res. 965, which would extend these protections through 2029. Until these legal and legislative actions conclude, the affected individuals remain under a court-ordered stay but face the immediate threat of deportation if the program is terminated.

Mar 28

Rep. Pressley Secures 218 Signatures to Force House Vote on Extending Haitian TPS

A discharge petition led by Representative Ayanna Pressley secured the 218 signatures necessary to force a House floor vote on extending Haitian TPS.

NEWS: We reached 218 signatures on our discharge petition to extend Haitian Temporary Protected Status! Proud to co-lead @pressley.house.gov’s petition and work with advocates, organizers, and members across the aisle to secure the support needed to force this vote.

The Facts

Key Statements

PPOLITICO

“The Supreme Court agrees to hear the Trump administration's appeal to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Haitians.”

This confirms the current legal status and the next step in the court system.

TThe Hill

“A House discharge petition to force a vote on extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants reached the required 218 signatures.”

This proves the legislative progress to bypass leadership and force a vote.

Policies

H.Res. 965 was a procedural resolution used to force a House vote on H.R. 1689, which is the primary legislation currently awaiting action in the Senate.

Rep. Gillen Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Grant Haiti Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months

H.R. 1689

Haiti: Temporary Protected Status Extension

H.Res. 965