AGP Executive Report

TPS Deadline for Haitians in the U.S.: With Temporary Protected Status set to expire Friday, Haitians in South Florida and across the country are rallying and bracing for loss of work authorization, housing stability, and basic security—community members describe sleepless fear and employers warn of sudden staffing shocks. Supreme Court Fallout: A 6-3 ruling cleared the Trump administration’s move to end TPS for Haitians and Syrians, leaving hundreds of thousands facing possible deportation. Aid Cuts Hit Women Hard: A UN Women report says at least one million women and girls lost access to life-saving support over the last 18 months as global donor funding fell sharply. CARICOM After Summit: Regional leaders say CARICOM is stronger after a Saint Lucia meeting, with renewed unity and a plan to seek a Caribbean Court of Justice advisory opinion tied to governance. Haiti Displacement Warning: UN-Security reporting flags more Haitians displaced amid armed clashes in Haiti’s West Department. World Cup Echoes: Haiti’s diaspora shows up in sports and fan culture abroad, while Haiti-related match memories continue to surface in World Cup coverage.

CARICOM Solidarity for Haiti: Leaders meeting in Saint Lucia reaffirmed “unwavering solidarity,” backing Haiti’s push to restore security, advance elections, and strengthen democratic governance, including renewed support for the Gang Suppression Force. TPS Pressure on Haitians in the U.S.: Nationwide rallies are underway as Haitians with Temporary Protected Status face work-permit deadlines after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that blocks court review of TPS terminations; advocates are urging Congress to pass legislation for permanent protections. Emergency Landing Off Haiti Coast: A ZED Airlines twin-engine plane made an emergency sea landing near Lafiteau; the pilot and two passengers swam to shore safely, and authorities have launched an inquiry. Haiti Medical Aid to Venezuela: Haiti sent a 31-member volunteer medical mission with 5.5 tons of supplies to support earthquake response in Venezuela for up to three weeks. World Cup Focus (Port-au-Prince readers): Quarterfinals begin with France vs. Morocco in Boston, a rematch of 2022, with Morocco carrying hopes as the only African team left.

World Cup Quarterfinal (France vs. Morocco): The tournament’s business end starts Thursday with a rematch of the 2022 semifinal as France takes on Morocco at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, with France arriving unbeaten and Morocco carrying the hopes of the only African team left. Local Haiti-U.S. TPS pressure: In the U.S., Haitian communities and faith leaders are mobilizing after the Supreme Court cleared the way to end Temporary Protected Status, with rallies in Miami and Tallahassee and Michigan immigration advocates warning the ruling could trigger wider deportations. Haiti aid abroad: Haiti sent a 31-member medical mission to Venezuela after deadly earthquakes, as the UN warns Haiti faces a severe humanitarian crisis at home. Aviation incident in Haiti: A DR-registered charter flight operated by Zed Airlines made a sea-landing near Lafito on July 8; all three occupants survived and are receiving care. Immigration enforcement backlash: Reports from the U.S. also highlight ICE detainer actions involving a Haitian man accused in a Michigan killing, adding to the growing anger over enforcement practices.

Justice for Jovenel Moïse: Five years after President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated, Haitians marked the anniversary with renewed calls for answers—while the case still has no trial or convictions in Haiti and key parts of the investigation remain stalled. World Cup return to Port-au-Prince: Three Haiti national team players were welcomed back in Port-au-Prince under heavy security, offering a rare moment of pride amid gang violence and deepening poverty. TPS pressure on Haitian families (U.S.): After the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way to end Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status, Haitian communities in the U.S. are scrambling—while faith leaders and lawmakers push to keep protections and advocates publish practical “what to do now” guides. CARICOM solidarity: CARICOM leaders reiterated “unwavering solidarity” for Haiti as regional officials meet and discuss migration, security, and economic integration. Haiti-Venezuela aid: Haiti dispatched a medical mission to help earthquake victims in Venezuela, sending specialists and supplies despite Haiti’s own constraints. Local life & safety: A Haitian-linked emergency landing in Haiti was reported with no fatalities, and Haiti’s youth innovation hub AYITILAB was launched to support entrepreneurship and jobs.

CARICOM Unity Push: After the 51st CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia, Prime Minister Philip Davis urged member states to stay “stronger together,” flagging Haiti, Cuba, climate change, and regional finance as top priorities. Haiti Security & Celebration: Haiti’s World Cup players returned to Port-au-Prince under heavy security, touring the National Pantheon Museum area where gangs still control much of the city, turning the welcome into a tightly managed, brief respite. TPS Fallout for Haitians in the U.S.: The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, leaving families in fear of losing work authorization and legal stability; Florida hospitality groups are now asking for an “orderly runway” for employers. Regional Sports Spotlight: Guyana’s FIBA AmeriCup pre-qualifiers begin today, with Haiti placed in Group B—another reminder that Caribbean sport is still moving even as Haiti faces deep instability.

Immigration & TPS: The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for about 350,000 Haitians, leaving families in Philadelphia and beyond living in fear about work permits, legal status, and deportation. Human impact: One Haitian deportee, Maxin Orelien, says he was sent back in 2021, then risked another journey to the U.S. for a safer future. Local security & culture: Haiti’s national soccer team toured Port-au-Prince under heavy security after World Cup play, offering a rare moment of pride amid gang violence and poverty. Border infrastructure: A metal gate collapse and worsening corrosion on the bridge over the Massacre River in Dajabón are raising safety alarms for daily cross-border trade between Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Sports spotlight: U.S. men’s soccer was again criticized for stagnation after a World Cup loss to Belgium, while Haiti’s World Cup run continues to resonate at home.

Elections Watch: Haiti’s government and the CEP have agreed on a $120M budget to finally move long-delayed general elections forward, cutting $130M from the CEP’s original $250M plan, but key steps still hang in the air—like a revised electoral calendar, the final decree, and official budget publication. Regional Diplomacy: CARICOM’s outgoing chair, St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew, wrapped up a six-month term in St. Lucia with a push for deeper unity and faster implementation of regional priorities. UN Peacekeeping (Haiti Link): Bangladesh’s home minister met UN officials in New York, asking for stronger support to expand peacekeeping deployments and specifically discussing specialized police contingents to Haiti. TPS Fallout in the U.S.: Haitian TPS holders face major uncertainty after a U.S. Supreme Court decision, with Florida lawmakers warning of workforce and caregiving impacts. Public Safety: In Pennsylvania, DHS says ICE lodged a detainer in the case of a Haitian man accused after a semi-truck crash killed a state trooper.

CARICOM Push for Integration: CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett urged regional leaders to deepen integration and speed up CARICOM Single Market and Economy steps, highlighting progress on free movement of skilled workers, food security, and continued support for Haiti, with Haiti’s peace and elections pathway backed by the CARICOM Eminent Persons Group. Haiti in the Spotlight at Home and Abroad: Haiti’s World Cup presence remains a rare bright spot as regional leaders also praised Haiti’s national team for “dynamic representation” at the 2026 tournament. UNDP Payments Upgrade: UNDP expanded its Stellar blockchain payments programme, moving from pilots (including Haiti) to wider use across UNDP country offices, aiming for faster, more reliable aid disbursement and stronger payment tracking. TPS Shockwaves for Haitian Families (US): In South Florida, Haitian TPS holders and local leaders are bracing for fallout after the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the Trump administration to end TPS for Haitians, warning of job and caregiving disruptions in healthcare and schools. Venezuela Quake Aftermath: International rescue teams are winding down as they search for missing people after Venezuela’s earthquakes, while groups like Water Mission move to restore safe water systems.

Haiti Humanitarian Crisis: Thousands have been displaced by renewed armed violence in Artibonite and West, with IOM reporting 2,600 people fleeing clashes in Artibonite and more than 5,000 running for safety from fighting in Cité Soleil, worsening access to food, clean water, and healthcare. Haiti Displacement & Aid Pressure: Church communities are still trying to keep education and pastoral support going, but the surge in forced returns and disrupted services is straining an already fragile response. US Immigration Fallout for Haitians: A Florida Republican, Rep. Carlos Giménez, urged the Trump administration to reconsider ending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, warning deportations would be a “huge mistake” given Haiti’s ongoing humanitarian crisis. Local Governance/Regional Voice: CARICOM’s chief called for stronger public participation in regional integration talks, arguing everyday voices should shape decisions on the Caribbean Single Market and Economy. Culture & Memory: Haiti’s revolutionary past is highlighted at the ICA Watershed through art that reimagines Sans-Souci and Henri Christophe’s legacy.

Haiti-Economy & Youth Jobs: Haiti has launched AyitiLAB, an innovation hub backed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Higher School of Infotronics of Haiti, and the Avenir Foundation, aiming to help young entrepreneurs build job-creating businesses and strengthen the economy. Immigration & TPS Fallout: A Florida Republican, Rep. Carlos Giménez, broke with Trump over the Supreme Court’s move to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, warning that deporting people back to a “failed state” would be a “huge mistake.” World Cup (Haiti-linked): Morocco’s World Cup run faces a scare after midfielder Ismael Saibari was injured early in their Round of 16 win over Canada, with scans expected to clarify whether it’s a hamstring strain. Sports (Global, not Haiti): Brazil and Norway meet in the World Cup Round of 16, with Brazil managing injuries and Norway led by Erling Haaland.

World Cup solace for Haiti: In New Jersey, Haitian fans are celebrating Haiti’s first World Cup appearance in 52 years, turning watch parties into brief relief from political turmoil and deportation fears. Haiti in the spotlight again: Brazil’s Matheus Cunha kept the momentum going with a surfing celebration after scoring twice in Brazil’s 3-0 win over Haiti, a reminder of how Haiti’s World Cup run still echoes across the tournament. Immigration pressure on Haitians: A U.S. Supreme Court decision is set to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, with major knock-on effects for work authorization and deportation risk—sparking anxiety in Haitian communities. Morocco’s rise with Haitian ties: Morocco’s World Cup surge continues as Brahim Díaz racks up assists, and the Atlas Lions’ resilience is being framed as a real title threat. Next big match: Brazil vs. Norway is the Round of 16 headline, with Raphinha’s availability still uncertain as Brazil chase a sixth crown.

World Cup Round of 16 (Canada vs. Morocco): Co-host Canada’s historic run ends in Houston as Morocco wins 3-0, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice (50th, 80th) and Soufiane Rahimi adding a late third (stoppage time), sending the Atlas Lions to the quarterfinals. Haiti-US immigration shock (PA trooper death): A Haitian national, Michael Bon, is charged in the crash that killed Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira Jr.; DHS says Bon stayed in the U.S. after parole was terminated, fueling renewed debate over commercial driving rules and immigration enforcement. Haiti governance & elections: Haiti’s Prime Minister’s Office and the Provisional Electoral Council approve an electoral budget cut in half, setting it at $120 million for upcoming electoral operations. Water & safety basics: DINEPA signs an agreement with the ICRC to support drinking water and sanitation in vulnerable, violence-affected areas, while Civil Protection harmonizes hurricane-season contingency plans nationwide. Tourism push: Haiti marks National Tourism Day with a government push linking heritage, investment, and territorial recovery.

Haitian TPS Fallout in the U.S.: After the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, Haitian communities are bracing for deportation. In Worcester, residents and church leaders described rising fear and anxiety as people weigh whether to stay and risk detention or return to Haiti’s gang violence. In Springfield, Ohio, protesters rallied at City Hall in support of immigrants, while Trump supporters also showed up, underscoring how the TPS decision is reshaping local politics. World Cup With Haitian Echoes: Morocco’s Round of 16 opener vs Canada on July 4 is being framed as a historic test, with Morocco having beaten Haiti 4-2 in group play—another reminder of Haiti’s presence in the tournament’s storylines. U.S.-UN Rights Tensions: Canada’s UN ambassador said the Trump administration is taking an “obstructionist” approach on equality and rights issues, while claiming recent cooperation includes efforts tied to Haiti.

Supreme Court & Haitian TPS: The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision allowing the end of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians is drawing sharp backlash, with critics pointing to the court’s handling of alleged racial bias and warning that hundreds of thousands could face loss of work authorization and renewed deportation pressure. Immigration enforcement fallout: A separate report says federal authorities arrested more than 10,000 people in a week after Supreme Court immigration wins, as ICE pushed worksite-style raids and detention numbers climbed. Local safety case with Haiti link: In Pennsylvania, a Haitian man accused of killing a state trooper in a fiery Interstate 81 crash is reported to have been in the U.S. illegally after refusing to leave, raising questions about how immigration status intersects with public safety. Culture in Port-au-Prince: Despite insecurity, Haiti’s Fête de la Musique brought crowds to Pétion-Ville for a day of compas, jazz, and roots music—an effort organizers say is meant to keep hope alive. World Cup spotlight: Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 in Group C, ending Haiti’s run, while the broader tournament continues to amplify Haitian visibility through diaspora fans and coverage.

TPS Shock in the U.S.: The U.S. Supreme Court decision ending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians is leaving thousands in limbo, with Human Rights Watch and local Haitian groups warning of family separation and major economic fallout—especially in healthcare. Work Permit Updates: USCIS says TPS-related EADs for Haitians (and others) now expire July 10, after earlier “placeholder” dates were removed following the court’s ruling. Community Panic in Florida: In Southwest Florida, Haitian leaders say people are urging lawmakers to act as protections end, with tens of thousands affected locally. Haiti Under the Spotlight at the UN: UN chief António Guterres visited Haiti, drawing sharp criticism from commentators who argue Haiti’s sovereignty is undermined by imposed leadership and ongoing foreign influence. World Cup, With Haiti in the Mix: Haiti’s World Cup run ended in the group stage, but the tournament’s knockout schedule is now set, with fans and diaspora watching closely.

TPS Fallout for Haitians: Human Rights Watch and the Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center warn that the U.S. Supreme Court’s move to end Temporary Protected Status could spark family separations, major economic losses, and renewed deportation fears for hundreds of thousands—especially in South Florida, home to about 158,000 Haitian TPS holders. Port-au-Prince Health Crisis: Medical students in the capital staged a second protest this week over the relocation and reopening of Haiti’s main public teaching hospital, the General Hospital, closed since 2024 after a gang attack; during Wednesday’s march, a student was shot in the arm and police used tear gas. Immigration Enforcement Expansion: In the U.S., ICE says it needs more detention space as deportations ramp up, with plans to convert a large warehouse in San Antonio delayed to 2027. Community Support in Springfield: Local groups in Ohio are collecting donations to help Haitians facing loss of TPS work authorization after July 10. World Cup, With Haiti in the Spotlight: Haiti’s presence continues to ripple through U.S. fan culture, including World Cup viewing sites and coverage that keeps Haitian supporters visible.