The Biden administration expanded the Humanitarian Parole Program for nationals from Haiti, Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This initiative allows up to 30,000 individuals monthly from these countries to enter the U.S. for two years with work authorization, provided they have a U.S.-based sponsor and pass security checks. However, those who attempt unauthorized border crossings after January 2023 are ineligible for the program. The initiative aims to create safer immigration pathways while restricting unauthorized entry at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) was extended for Haitians, granting an additional 300,000 individuals protection from deportation, provided they meet stringent vetting criteria. This aligns with U.N. calls to halt deportations to Haiti due to ongoing security concerns.