Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Judge Orders Haitian Businessman Boulos to Remain in US Custody
A wealthy Haitian businessman named Pierre Réginald Boulos, who once wanted to be president, is being held in the US.
The US government says he helped violent gangs in Haiti.
A judge has decided he will stay in custody for now.
People have different opinions about what should happen to him: some want him to stay in the US, some want him sent somewhere else, and others are afraid of what might happen if he returns to Haiti.
The US hasn't shared many details about the case so far.
A Haitian businessman, Pierre Réginald Boulos, will remain in US custody.
Boulos was arrested in South Florida, accused of supporting Haitian gangs.
The hearing was closed to the public; details of the proceedings are unknown.
Demonstrators gathered, with varying opinions on Boulos's fate.
Boulos previously denied corruption allegations and created a political party.
- Who
- Pierre Réginald Boulos, a Haitian businessman and former presidential hopeful.
- What
- A judge ruled that Haitian businessman Pierre Réginald Boulos will remain in US custody.
- When
- The ruling was made on Thursday.
- Where
- Miami, Florida, at the Krome North Service Processing Center.
- Why
- Boulos is accused of supporting violent gangs in Haiti.
Those Demanding Boulos' Detention in US
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Safety Concerns
Those Demanding Boulos' Detention in US
Boulos should not be sent to Haiti.
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Desired outcome
Those Demanding Boulos' Detention in US
Boulos should remain in the U.S. or be sent to a third country.
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- Name
- Pierre Réginald Boulos
- Nationality
- Haitian, born in the U.S.
- Allegation
- Supporting Haitian gangs
- Arrest Location
- South Florida
- Hearing Location
- Krome North Service Processing Center, Miami
- Political Involvement
- Created the Third Way Movement