Supreme Court Allows Trump to End TPS for Haitians and Syrians: Deportation Risk Now Real by July 27
On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling in Mullin v. Doe allowing the administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for approximately 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians currently living and working in the United States. The decision also signals that the administration could terminate TPS for other countries in the future. The expected effective date is around July 27, 2026, after which affected individuals will lose work authorization and face potential removal.
TPS has provided a lifeline for people in danger at home, many with U.S.-born children and decades of residence. The ruling does not end TPS status immediately for everyone, but it creates a narrow window for relief and transition options, including potential adjustments of status or other humanitarian protections. Given the scope, communities should plan now: consult an immigration attorney, gather essential documents (birth certificates, proof of residence, employment records, and any pending applications), and explore alternatives before the deadline. Employers should review payroll and work authorization obligations for workers tied to TPS status.
Sources: AP News, American Immigration Council, Reuters.