Why Thousands of Haitians Have Settled in Springfield, Ohio
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Thousands of Haitians have settled in Springfield, Ohio, drawn by low living costs and job opportunities; estimates of Haitian residents range from 12,000 to 20,000; influx began after the Covid-19 pandemic and political instability in Haiti post-2021 presidential assassination; most Haitians in Springfield are legally in the U.S., many under Temporary Protected Status granted until Feb. 3, 2026; local resources are strained, prompting calls for assistance from state and federal governments; Gov. Mike DeWine announced $2.5 million in state aid for health care; tensions have risen due to the rapid growth of the immigrant population.
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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/14/us/haitian-migrants-springfield-ohio.html
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