U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Noem announced the decision to revoke temporary immigration protections for Haitians. According to the department, conditions in Haiti have improved enough to permit the safe return of its citizens.
However, this move comes amid ongoing reports of severe gang violence and instability across the country, raising concerns among human rights advocates. They argue that sending people back under current circumstances may put many at risk.
"It is safe for Haitians to return home," said the Department of Homeland Security in its statement.
Critics maintain that the assessment downplays the threat to returning nationals and contradicts evidence from humanitarian organizations describing Haiti as unsafe due to lawlessness, political turmoil, and displacement.
Author’s summary: The U.S. government ended Haitians’ temporary immigration status, claiming Haiti is safe, though experts warn violence and instability persist.