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  Haiti-USA relations: Tense meeting on the horizon between Marco Rubio and CPT President Fritz Alphonse Jean By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson (Le Français suit) Introduction: A New Era of American Hard Power As U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to meet Haitian Transitional Presidential Council (CPT) President Fritz Jean in Jamaica, the political atmosphere could hardly be more tense. Just days before the meeting, Rubio made it abundantly clear that the Biden-era diplomacy of quiet engagement and multilateralism is over. In a statement reflecting the aggressive posture of the Trump administration’s America First doctrine, Rubio declared: “We will continue to cancel the visas of those whose presence or activities have potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for our country. And we will continue to use every legal means available to remove alien enemies.” [1] For Haiti—a country already suffocating under political instability, gang violence, and a collapsing...

  How a Second-Term Trump Foreign Policy Would Impact Haiti By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson (Le Francais suit) The reelection of Donald Trump as President of the United States would have profound implications for U.S. foreign policy globally, with unique challenges and implications for Haiti. Trump’s second term, characterized by an even more assertive "America First" approach, would likely emphasize transactional diplomacy, and potentially reconfigure U.S. relations with Haiti. Trump's administration could focus less on traditional development aid and more on security issues, aligning its policies towards reducing illegal migration and narcotics flow, while deprioritizing democracy-building efforts that prior administrations championed. This shift could affect Haiti's stability and socio-economic development in complex ways. Prioritizing Security over Development and Democracy One of the primary concerns of a Trump administration would be border security and i...

  Haitian Americans and the 2024 U.S. Election: A Call to Action Against Trump’s Divisive Rhetoric By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson (Le Francais suit) The 2024 U.S. election has proven to be a pivotal moment for Haitian Americans, whose community is now a growing force in American politics. As a population with deep-rooted concerns about justice, immigration reform, and economic opportunity, Haitian Americans recognize the urgency of this election. With Donald Trump’s past derogatory comments toward Haiti and Haitian immigrants, this election is more than just a political choice—it’s a statement of self-respect and a stand against rhetoric that demeans their heritage. In this critical election, the choice for Haitian Americans is clear: their votes hold the power to counter Trump’s divisive influence and to back candidates like Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, who advocate for a just and inclusive America. Haitian Americans’ Increasing Political Power The Haitian American commun...