Termination of ‘Biden Program’ Requires 210,000 Haitians to Depart Within 30 Days

The DHS is terminating the “Biden Program,” affecting 210,000 Haitians who must leave the U.S. within 30 days. The program’s end is due to its failure to meet intended objectives and inconsistency with current foreign policy. Work authorizations will also be revoked, prioritizing removal for individuals who do not depart in time.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of the Conditional Stay program, commonly referred to as the “Biden Program.” This program provided approximately 530,000 beneficiaries from countries including Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela with the ability to reside and work temporarily in the United States. The program’s discontinuation affects around 210,000 Haitians who must now prepare to leave the country within 30 days of the official notice’s publication in the Federal Register on or around March 25, 2025.

The DHS justified the termination by stating that the program is not fulfilling its intended objectives and does not align with the current Administration’s foreign policy priorities. The notice specifies that work authorizations for beneficiaries will also be revoked, rendering them unable to work legally after the 30-day period concludes.

After the 30 days, individuals remaining in the United States under the Humanitarian Parole program without alternative legal protections will be prioritized for removal from the country. This decision raises serious concerns for many affected individuals and their families, who must now navigate these sudden changes under tight deadlines.

In summary, the ending of the “Biden Program” by the DHS necessitates that approximately 210,000 Haitians prepare for imminent departure from the United States within 30 days. This decision aligns with the Administration’s shifting foreign policy stance and places these individuals at risk of removal if they do not exit promptly. The DHS’s actions reflect a significant policy shift that will impact many lives.

Original Source: www.haitilibre.com