U.S. Deportation Policy Targets Haitian Connections

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Monday a significant shift in U.S. deportation policy, targeting lawful permanent residents suspected of supporting Haitian gangs tied to terrorism. The announcement aligns with the Trump administration's ongoing crackdown on immigration.

Rubio stated that the government identified certain individuals with connections to Viv Ansanm, a violent alliance controlling much of Port-au-Prince. President Trump previously labeled this group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, paving the way for the Department of Homeland Security to pursue deportations of green-card holders.

Critics argue that identifying and proving affiliations with these gangs is challenging. The move coincides with rising violence and instability in Haiti, exacerbating the country's humanitarian crisis, while Washington faces criticism for continuing deportations despite international pleas for restraint.

(With inputs from agencies.)