NYT
Haitian Workers Keep Key West Tourism Afloat. Now They’re Disappearing.
Monday, September 14, 2026
After legal protections for Haitian immigrants ended nationally, Key West experienced labor shortages affecting its tourism industry, where many Haitian workers were employed. The change in immigration policy created disruptions in the hospitality and service sectors that rely on this workforce. Key West's economy depends significantly on tourism-related employment.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/14/us/haitian-workers-key-west-tourism.html
