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Uncertainty about the continuation of temporary protected status, or TPS, is a major source of stress for Haitian migrants, especially women. This photo was taken at a candlelight vigil in Miami in February 2026 for Haitians living under the TPS program. Giorgio Viera/AFP via Getty Images

For Haitian women in Florida, the loss of TPS is more than an immigration law issue

The uncertainty of Haitian TPS status in the US is a significant source of stress for Haitian migrants, particularly women.
Members of the Afghanistan community and their supporters take part in a demonstration calling for an ‘open door’ policy for Afghanistan refugees on Aug. 28, 2021, in Los Angeles. AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu

Afghans in US face uncertainty after the cancellation of their humanitarian relief

Afghans who have lost US work permits and protections from deportation fear persecution by the Taliban if they return to Afghanistan.
Pennsylvania’s mushroom farmers have been struggling for decades to recruit and retain workers. John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images

Pennsylvania’s mushroom industry faces urgent labor shortage − and latest immigration policies will likely make it worse

Kennett Square, Pa., is considered the mushroom capital of the world. The industry depends heavily on immigrants, who work physically demanding jobs in tough conditions.
Migrants attempting to illegally cross the U.S. border from Mexico are detained by Border Patrol officers on June 4, 2024. Katie McTiernan/Anadolu via Getty Images

How Trump might target DACA recipients and other immigrant groups

Trump focused on illegal immigration in his campaign and pledged to make a range of sweeping changes – some of which his administration could do without congressional approval.

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