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Haitian immigrants in Springfield face uncertain futures as their Temporary Protected Status deadline expired amid a legal and political tug-of-war. Once granted after the 2010 earthquake, TPS was targeted for termination by the Trump administration, citing safety in Haiti — despite a U.S. State Department travel warning for gang violence. A recent Supreme Court ruling cleared the way for deportations, but legal challenges persist, including claims of discrimination tied to election misinformation. A Senate bill seeks to extend TPS until 2029, but faces opposition. With many Haitians employed and vital to Springfield’s economy, their potential departure threatens a major blow to the city’s workforce and tax base — as community members brace for the fallout.

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