GOP Gov. DeWine Defends Haitian Immigrants: 'They came to Springfield to work'

Springfield, Ohio website...

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Q: Are the immigrants here legally and how did they qualify?

A: YES, Haitian immigrants are here legally, under the Immigration Parole Program. Once here, immigrants are then eligible to apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Haiti is designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security for TPS. Current TPS is granted through February 3, 2026.

Q: Why don't the immigrants work?

A: Immigrants are working in Springfield"in various industries that are in great need of workers. Jobs include work in warehouses, manufacturing and the service industry. Some immigrants are working in professional jobs as well.
Springfield is also now home to ten newer businesses, opened by Haitian immigrants, including, 2 Haitian restaurants, 7 Haitian grocery stores and 1 Haitian food truck.
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#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2024-09-15 03:49 PM | Reply

DeWine has served Ohio well and poorly in my opinion. He did well in this case, but not strongly enough in his support of those in Springfield. Folks in his position need to tell bullies like Don-old and JV where to get off ...

#2 | Posted by catdog at 2024-09-15 05:50 PM | Reply

And soon they will have a Haitian Governor!

#3 | Posted by gasman21 at 2024-09-16 07:07 AM | Reply

Jethro Dull and donOLD are pieces of filth.

They have no plans for the middle class.

They're only game plan is fear and this latest set of lies is going to get innocent people killed.

If they had a decent bone in their bodies they'd be ashamed of themselves.

#4 | Posted by Nixon at 2024-09-16 07:46 AM | Reply