South Florida Faces Adverse Effects Of Haitian TPS Rescission · The Floridian

Just two weeks after the Trump Administration rescinded Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants across the country, South Florida has begun to feel the adverse effects of the protections’ end, impacting several industries across the state.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport

Recent reports indicate that as of July 27, 2026 – the day Haitian TPS was revoked – 132 Haitian TPS holders held positions at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), according to airport spokesperson Arlene Satchell.

These positions included concessions and janitorial, both crucial posts for an airport that sees more than 32 million passengers.

Most Notable Story In Miami-Dade County: Chef Creole

The impact is not only seen in Broward County and the airline industry; The revocation has also rippled into Miami-Dade County and its food industry.

One of the most notable stories is that of Wilkinson Sejour, owner of Chef Creole, a Caribbean/Creole restaurant chain with seven locations, including in Miami International Airport (MIA), Miami’s own “Little Haiti,” and North Miami. Two communities that have a combined total of roughly 30,000 Haitian residents.

Sejour has witnessed the impact of these rescissions firsthand, as he’s had 7 Haitian TPS holders on his management staff leave following the end of deportation protection on July 27, 2026.

“You are taking key people, and now you are giving people the impression that it’s not even safe to come to my business,” Sejour said about the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

Healthcare & Education Sector

In the healthcare sector, Jackson Health has reportedly estimated the loss of 50 employees, Memorial Healthcare reported 27, Catholic Health Services about 40 workers, and Broward Health argued that less than 1% of their workforce will be affected.

Broward County Public Schools is also expected to terminate around 27 Haitian TPS-holding employees.

“It hurts. They are across the organization. They’re teachers, they’re bus drivers, they’re facility workers,” Superintendent Howard Hepburn said.