DOJ to Ask Supreme Court to Allow End of Protected Status for Haitians

The federal government notified the high court of its intent after a federal appeals court blocked revocation of the protections for Haitians.

D. John Sauer, then nominee for the post of U.S. solicitor general, testifies during his confirmation hearing in Washington on Feb. 26, 2025. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

The Trump administration told the U.S. Supreme Court on March 9 that it intends to ask the justices to allow it to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Haitians after an appeals court blocked the move.

TPS is a designation that allows individuals from countries affected by armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary events to remain in the United States.