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Ohio Prepares for Potential ICE Surge in Springfield
Gov. DeWine says state officials are planning for possibility of immigration enforcement when Haitians lose protected status
Jan. 28, 2026 at 4:47am
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said state officials are preparing for a potential surge in immigration enforcement when thousands of Haitians in Springfield lose their temporary protected status on February 3. DeWine expressed concerns about the impact on the local economy and children's services if ICE conducts a large-scale operation in the city, which is home to an estimated 15,000 Haitians.
Why it matters
The end of temporary protected status for Haitians could have significant consequences for the Springfield community, which has a large Haitian population that contributes to the local economy. There are also concerns about the potential disruption to families and the strain on social services if ICE detains parents.
The details
Gov. DeWine said he doesn't know for sure whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement will send officers to Springfield after temporary protected status expires for Haitians. But he's talked with local police and school officials to plan for the possibility. DeWine is worried about the impact on the local economy and the risk to the safety of people forced to return to Haiti. He's also concerned that children's services could become overwhelmed if parents are detained by ICE.
- On Feb. 3, more than 500,000 Haitians nationwide are expected to lose temporary protected status.
- Springfield is home to an estimated 15,000 Haitians, about one-fourth of the city's population, and another 30,000 live in central Ohio.
The players
Mike DeWine
The governor of Ohio who is preparing state officials for a potential surge in immigration enforcement in Springfield.
Alex Pretti
A 37-year-old nurse who was shot and killed by a Border Patrol agent amid protests over ICE's presence in Minneapolis.
What they’re saying
“If ICE does in fact come in, comes in with a big operation, obviously we have to work this thing through and make sure people don't get hurt.”
— Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio
“I don't think it's in our interest in this country for all the Haitians who are working, who are sometimes working two jobs, supporting their family, supporting the economy, I think it's a mistake to tell these individuals you can no longer work and have to leave the country.”
— Mike DeWine, Governor of Ohio
What’s next
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The takeaway
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