NewsThe Haitian TimesAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade
U.S. deports 161 Haitian nationals as repatriation flight frequency increases
U.S. authorities have deported 161 Haitian nationals, marking the first flight since the government announced plans to increase repatriation efforts to twice-weekly flights. Haiti's National Office of Migration confirmed that none of the individuals on this specific flight were former Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beneficiaries.
Read the full story at The Haitian TimesWhy It Matters
The U.S. government is scaling up deportation operations to Haiti, with a projected arrival rate of approximately 250 individuals per week, impacting the logistics and resources of Haitian migration authorities.
Key Facts
- 161 Haitian nationals were deported on the most recent flight.
- U.S. authorities announced plans last month to increase repatriation flights to twice per week.
- The government expects approximately 250 Haitians to arrive in Haiti per week under the new schedule.
- Haiti's National Office of Migration confirmed that no former Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders were on this flight.
Who's Mentioned
organizationHaiti’s National Office of Migration“Confirmed the status of passengers on the flight.”organizationTrump administration“Current administration overseeing the deportation policy.”other161“Number of Haitian nationals deported on the flight.”organizationThe Haitian Times“Source of the news report.”locationCap-Haïtien“Arrival point for the deportation flight in Haiti.”locationMiami, Florida“Departure point for the deportation flight.”organizationHaiti's National Office of Migration“Confirmed the status of the deported individuals.”