AFT Massachusetts Stands with Haitian Community and All TPS Holders (June 26, 2026)
AFT Massachusetts President Jessica Tang released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling today:
“Haitian residents, like so many other immigrants in the United States, are an integral part of communities across Massachusetts and have been for decades.
“They live here. They’ve raised their families here. They’ve sent their kids to our public schools. They’ve given back to our neighborhoods in immeasurable ways. They’re vital members of our local economy, especially in our state’s numerous healthcare settings.
“Today’s ruling by the Supreme Court to strip protections from our Haitian neighbors and others living here legally through a program that has been in place for nearly 40 years is devastating and inhumane.
“Sending Haitians, Syrians, and others back to countries they fled because of violence is irresponsible and cruel.
“We stand with our Haitian neighbors who make our Commonwealth stronger and brighter today and every day. We urge all elected leaders in power to use all available resources to protect the Haitian community, our immigrants, and all others impacted by this reckless and depraved ruling.”