The United States government deported dozens of Haitians back to their home country on Thursday, marking the first deportation flight in months due to the ongoing violence in Haiti. This move is part of the Biden administration's efforts to implement stricter measures at the southern border. Despite concerns about the dangers in Haiti, the Department of Homeland Security emphasized that individuals were only removed if found to lack a legal basis to stay in the United States. The decision to restart deportations has drawn criticism from advocacy groups and congressional Democrats who argue that the current situation in Haiti poses significant risks to deportees. This deportation comes amidst ongoing unrest in Haiti and limited flight options to the country.