Lawsuit Challenges Trump's TPS Rollback for Haitians, Venezuelans

A coalition of civil rights groups has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration's decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Venezuelan immigrants, alleging the move is racially motivated. The lawsuit, filed in Boston, challenges Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's authority to accelerate the end of TPS protections, which were extended under the Biden administration until 2026. TPS offers legal status without a path to citizenship for immigrants from countries experiencing crises, and its removal could lead to the deportation of hundreds of thousands of immigrants, affecting their ability to work and live in the U.S. The complaint argues that the decision violates constitutional protections against racial bias and is based on discriminatory remarks made by Trump. The Boston area, home to a significant Haitian population, would be particularly impacted if the administration's decision stands. The Department of Homeland Security has not commented on the lawsuit.