The Trump administration announced on Monday, YYYY-MM-DD, its intention to deport Haitian legal permanent residents, or green card holders, deemed to have “supported and collaborated” with the Haitian gang Viv Ansanm. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that individuals enjoying legal status in the US who facilitate violent organizations or support criminal terrorist organizations will not be allowed to remain. The Department of Homeland Security will pursue deportations based on this determination, citing powers under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

This action follows the May YYYY-MM-DD designation of Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as foreign terrorist organizations and is part of a broader effort by the administration to increase deportations. The administration has previously used alleged gang affiliations to justify deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, a practice criticized for potentially violating due process. The Trump administration has repeatedly targeted the Haitian community, previously making unfounded claims about Haitian migrants and seeking to end various legal statuses for Haitians, including a humanitarian parole program and Temporary Protected Status (TPS). A federal judge recently blocked the termination of TPS for Haitians before its scheduled 2026 expiration.

Impact Statement: This policy will significantly impact Haitian-American communities and raises concerns about due process and the targeting of specific immigrant groups.