140 Haitians have crossed the U.S.-Canada border since the Haiti earthquake . The Haitian government has been criticized for its slow response to the crisis, with some saying it is not doing enough to help those who are still in Haiti. That temporary protected status allows Haitians who were in the United States at the time of the earthquake to stay longer , regardless of whether they were in the country legally or not . One refugee 's attorney says his client is confused and just wants to be with his family .
140 Haitians have crossed the U.S.-Canada border since the Haiti earthquake . The Haitian government has been criticized for its slow response to the crisis, with some saying it is not doing enough to help those who are still in Haiti. One refugee 's attorney says his client is confused and just wants to be with his family .