As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments regarding the fate of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians, the stakes are immensely high for approximately 300,000 immigrants who could face deportation. These TPS holders, who contribute around $6 billion to the economy, are anxiously awaiting a ruling that could drastically change their lives. Many rally in support of extending TPS, while legal experts warn that the Court’s decision could set a precedent affecting immigrant protections nationwide. Amid increasing concerns over the humanitarian crisis in Haiti and the implications of ending protections instituted during times of crisis, the community looks towards Washington for a favorable outcome.