"The people of Haiti deserve to feel safe in their homes, build better lives for their families, and enjoy democratic freedoms. Haiti’s future depends on the return to democratic governance. While these goals may not be accomplished overnight, this mission provides the best chance of achieving them," Biden said in a statement.
The Kenyan forces arrived in Haiti earlier on Tuesday as part of the Multinational Security Support mission to help provide security in the country and greeted the audience with a little dance upon their arrival.
The development comes amid nationwide mass protests against the tax raise proposed by the government under pressure from the IMF.
Soon after the police force's departure, the rallies in Kenya turned violent as protesters broke into the parliament building in Nairobi. Several buildings in the central district were set on fire, including the House, and at least six people died, numerous more received injuries as a result of the unrest.
Biden said in the statement that the mission will support the Haitian National Police as they increase anti-gang operations, build their capacity to maintain public safety, and ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches those in need.
"[W]e've worked with Kenya and other partners to integrate critically important accountability and oversight measures into the mission," Biden added.
Haiti has long been mired in a social and political crisis that escalated after the assassination of President Jovenel Moise on July 7, 2021. The country has faced an unprecedented increase in the activities of criminal groups, while the humanitarian situation has further deteriorated due to a series of natural disasters.