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Florida pastors ask GOP officials to reinstate TPS for Haitians after Supreme Court ruling: "We must not deport them"
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Pastors in Florida's capital city are asking elected officials to reinstate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last week the federal government could end the program.At Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in downtown Tallahassee on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Dr. R
Key takeaway Supreme Court ruled last week the federal government could end the program.
Why this matters in The Miami
The call to reinstate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians resonates deeply in Miami , home to a large and vibrant Haitian community. Many Haitian TPS holders reside in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Miami's North Miami area, where they have built lives, started businesses, and contributed to the local economy. The Supreme Court's ruling and the subsequent plea from Florida pastors to GOP officials have significant implications for these individuals and their families. Miami's congressional representatives, such as Carlos Gimenez, have already spoken out against ending TPS for Haitians, acknowledging the potential harm it could cause to the community. As the debate unfolds, Miami's Haitian community will be watching closely, hoping for a pathway to citizenship and a chance to continue building their lives in the city they call home. The city's strong ties to the Caribbean and Latin America make this issue particularly pressing for Miami's residents and leaders.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Pastors in Florida's capital city are asking elected officials to reinstate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled last week the federal government could end the program.At Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in downtown Tallahassee on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Dr. R
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