Empty pews and fear of ICE on Maryland’s Eastern Shore after TPS ends for Haitians
Summary
The end of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants has caused fear in the Haitian community on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, leading to fewer people attending church and community events. Many Haitians worry about possible arrests and deportations now that TPS protections have ended.Key Facts
- TPS allowed about 350,000 Haitians to live and work legally in the U.S. for several years.
- The Trump administration ended TPS for Haitians and other groups, affecting over 1 million people.
- About 10% of Salisbury’s population, Maryland’s Eastern Shore biggest city, is Haitian.
- Many Haitians in the area work as farmworkers, caregivers, and poultry plant workers.
- Attendance at the Word of Life Center church dropped by more than half due to fear of deportation.
- Community events like bridal showers, yard sales, and English classes were canceled.
- The Word of Life Center has long been a key gathering place for the Haitian community.
- Haitian residents express concern about immigration enforcement actions by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
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