Springfield braces as Haitian TPS expiration prompts uncertainty
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SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — City and state officials are preparing as Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants expires at 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 3, potentially prompting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity. Leaders discussed coordination with federal authorities and advised residents, while Gov. Mike DeWine said his office has no indication ICE will arrive. Officials estimate 12,000–15,000 Haitian residents live in Clark County, with around 15,000 in Springfield. School and health leaders met state officials Jan. 19 to discuss contingencies; an email suggested an operation could begin Feb. 4 and last about 30 days. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- November: Federal announcements indicate TPS for Haiti will end, triggering local concern.
- Jan. 19: Springfield superintendent and state leaders meet to discuss potential operations.
- Late January: Local estimates place 12,000–15,000 Haitian residents in Clark County.
- Feb. 3, 11:59 p.m.: DHS-listed expiration date for Haitian TPS.
- Feb. 4 (potential): Communications indicate a possible ICE operation could begin and last ~30 days.
- Articles Published:
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- Right Leaning:
- 0
- Left Leaning:
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- Neutral:
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- Distribution:
- Left 40%, Center 60%, Right 0%
Federal immigration authorities and officials advocating enforcement could carry out removal orders and exercise statutory authorities under federal immigration law.
Haitian residents in Springfield — including families, workers and students — face immediate legal uncertainty, potential detention, loss of work authorization and heightened fear in daily life.
Coverage of Story:
From Left
As Haitian TPS end date nears, despair and frustration spread in Springfield
The Haitian Times WCPOFrom Center
Springfield braces as Haitian TPS expiration prompts uncertainty
WKEF NBC4i WOUB Public MediaFrom Right
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