NYC Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs Issues a Statement on the Federal Administration's Decision to End Haitian Temporary Protected Status

For Immediate Release: January 21, 2026

Contact: Shaina Torres, scoronel@cityhall.nyc.gov

Statement affirms New York City's commitment to supporting Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals living across the United States.

NEW YORK – Today, the NYC Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) Commissioner Manuel Castro issued a statement opposing the February 3rd termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals living in the United States.

Read the statement below:

"The Trump administration's decision to terminate Haitian Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections puts tens of thousands of New York families at risk of separation and economic hardship. TPS is a vital humanitarian protection that allows Haitian immigrants to live and work legally while conditions in Haiti remain unsafe.

We call on federal leaders to redesignate TPS for Haiti and provide clear, timely guidance so families can plan for their futures without fear. TPS brings stability not only to Haitian families, but to New York's economy and cultural life. Haitian TPS holders contribute more than $3.4 billion to our nation's economy. When we defend these protections, we strengthen our city and our country. New York City is home to one of the largest Haitian communities in the world. Haitian New Yorkers are our neighbors, small business owners, caregivers, essential workers, and faith leaders who power the economic and cultural heartbeat of our City and State every day."

The Mayor, MOIA Commissioner and the City of New York will always stand by and support Haitian New Yorkers."