It's the Brian Lair Show on WNYC. Good morning again, everyone.

I'm Bridget Bergen, senior reporter in the WNYCN, Gothamist Newsroom, sitting in for Brian today.

Hundreds of thousands of Haitian people living

in the United States are confronting an abrupt and devastating shift in their status. For nearly

15 years, Haitians here under temporary protected status, a humanitarian designation originally

granted after the catastrophic 2010 earthquake earthquake have been able to live and

work legally, raise families, and contribute to communities across the country. But as of tomorrow,

that protection is ending. The Department of Homeland Security under President Trump is revoking

TPS for Haitian nationals, leaving many with a stark choice. Face deportation to a country,

reeling from political turmoil and violence, or try to stay here without legal status. The impact

reaches beyond the individuals at risk. Haitian immigrants are essential workers, caregivers,

health professionals, a vital part of our cities and health care

systems. What does this mean for those families and the communities they serve? And what avenues

are left for people now without legal protection? Here to help us understand what's at stake is

McElv, Neal, special projects editor at the Haitian Times. And listeners, you can help us

report this story. Are you Haitian? Or do you have friends or family affected by the end of TPS? What does

this mean for your community and your future? Call us at 212-433 W-NyC. That's 212433-962.

And McElvey, welcome to WNYC.

Thank you, Bridget. Thank you so much for having me and giving space to this very important issue, especially in New York City.

Especially in New York City is right. Can we start by just an explanation? What is

temporary protected status? Why was it originally granted to Haitian nationals and what protections

has it offered over the years? Sure. So TPS stands for temporary protected status.

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