Springfield prepares for potential ICE enforcement after TPS ends
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Springfield, Ohio — City officials and leaders alerted residents this week as Temporary Protected Status for Haitians expires Feb. 3, prompting concerns over potential immigration enforcement. Superintendent Bob Hill and Gov. Mike DeWine discussed a possible operation that could begin Feb. 4 and last about 30 days, according to an email reported by local outlets. Local leaders urged calm, passed a resolution asking agents to remain identifiable, and faith groups organized meetings to press for legal pauses. Advocacy groups and attorneys warned of deportations and community disruption while legal challenges and actions proceed. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- 2010: TPS initially granted to many Haitians following the earthquake.
- March 2025: Gov. Mike DeWine warned removing Haitian residents would harm local economies.
- Jan. 19, 2026: Springfield Superintendent Bob Hill met with state leaders about possible ICE operations.
- Feb. 3, 2026: TPS for Haiti scheduled to expire at 11:59 p.m.
- Feb. 4, 2026: State officials indicated an ICE operation in Springfield could begin and last about 30 days.
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Federal immigration enforcement agencies and officials who prioritize removal operations will gain operational authority to execute removal orders, potentially increasing enforcement activity and use of federal resources.
Haitian migrants, their families, and local small businesses will face immediate disruption, loss of labor, and legal and economic hardships if protections expire and removals proceed.
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