DeWine Deploys Troopers To Address Haitian Migrant Crisis In Springfield

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) has ordered State Highway Patrol troopers to Springfield as part of an effort to manage the challenges created by the arrival of over 15,000 Haitian immigrants. The migrant crisis has overwhelmed the city’s infrastructure and services, leading to traffic problems, overcrowded schools, and strained hospitals.

The surge in migrants is tied to the Biden-Harris administration’s expansion of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program, which has allowed a significant number of Haitian immigrants to settle in Ohio. In response, DeWine announced plans to allocate $2.5 million to improve healthcare access over the next two years.

DeWine emphasized that while the state is doing what it can to help, the federal government must take responsibility for the situation. He urged Washington to provide financial assistance to communities impacted by the surge in migrants.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost echoed DeWine’s concerns, noting that the sudden population growth is overwhelming cities like Springfield. Yost is exploring legal options to limit the number of migrants being relocated to Ohio and criticized the federal government for its lack of a plan.

Yost also pointed out disturbing reports from the community, including claims that migrants have been seen capturing wildlife for food. Both DeWine and Yost are committed to addressing the crisis and ensuring Ohio’s communities are not left to manage the situation alone.