Ohio's Republican Governor Defends Haitian Immigrants: 'Helped the Economy'
Photo credit: Ohio Republican Governor Mike DeWine is seen on July 14 in Milwaukee. DeWine, a Republican, defended Haitian immigrants in his state during a Sunday interview after former President Donald Trump, the GOP's presidential nominee, and his... More ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images
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Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine , a Republican , defended Haitian immigrants in his state during a Sunday interview after former President Donald Trump, the GOP's presidential nominee, and his running mate Ohio Senator JD Vance, have amplified discredited accusations against the community in recent days.
Trump and Vance have repeatedly promoted claims that Haitian immigrants, who are in the United States legally, have been "eating the pets" of their neighbors in Springfield, Ohio. During Trump's debate with Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris on ABC News on Tuesday, Trump said dogs and cats were being eaten by the migrants, despite local officials already saying there were no credible reports of this happening.
One of the debate moderators, ABC News' David Muir, quickly fact-checked Trump's claim and told viewers that the outlet had spoken to Springfield's city manager about those allegations who told them that "there had been no credible reports of specific claims of pets being harmed, injured or abused by individuals within the immigrant community."
During an interview with ABC News' This Week , DeWine was asked about the claims amplified by the Republican presidential ticket and conservative influencers online.
"Do you see any evidence, as governor of the state, that Haitian immigrants are eating pets?" host Martha Raddatz asked the Ohio Republican.
"No, absolutely none," DeWine responded, who went on to speak favorably of the immigrant community, pointing out that they are in the country legally—and are not undocumented as many conservatives have suggested.
"I think it's unfortunate that this came up," the governor said. "Let me tell you what we do know though. What we know is that the Haitians who are in Springfield are legal. They came to Springfield to work. Ohio is on the move, and Springfield has really made a great resurgence, with a lot of companies coming in."
DeWine explained that the Haitians are praised by the companies they work for.
"What the companies tell us is that they are very good workers. They're very happy to have them there. And frankly, that's helped the economy," he said.
"These are positive influences on our community in Springfield and any comment about that otherwise I think is hurtful and is not helpful to the city of Springfield and the people of Springfield," the Republican said.
Springfield has faced a wave of bomb threats since Vance and Trump began amplifying the discredited claims about Haitian immigrants in the city. Hospitals, government buildings and local public schools have all been targeted, causing significant disruptions and concerns within the community.
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Springfield has made a great resurgence, a lot of companies coming in.". Republican governor DeWine explained that the Haitians are praised by the companies they work for.
"What the companies tell us is that they are very good workers. They're very happy to have them there. And frankly, that's helped the economy," he said.
IMO America's "Free Speech" needs some limitations.
Trump and Vance have repeatedly promoted claims that Haitian immigrants, who are in the United States legally, have been "eating the pets" of their neighbors in Springfield, Ohio
"Do you see any evidence, as governor of the state, that Haitian immigrants are eating pets?" host Martha Raddatz asked the Ohio Republican Governor?.
"No, absolutely none," DeWine responded, who went on to speak favorably of the immigrant community, pointing out that they are in the country legally—and are not undocumented as many conservatives have suggested.
The Republicans must realize that they're going to lose it all in November, so they're out to destroy America.
"I think it's unfortunate that this came up," the governor said. "Let me tell you what we do know though. What we know is that the Haitians who are in Springfield are legal. They came to Springfield to work. Ohio is on the move, and Springfield has really made a great resurgence, with a lot of companies coming in."
DeWine explained that the Haitians are praised by the companies they work for.
"What the companies tell us is that they are very good workers. They're very happy to have them there. And frankly, that's helped the economy," he said.
Oh,and did I mention:
DeVine is a Republican!
The first Haitians arrived to Springfield in 2018 because Springfield was begging for help. Others were made to Wait in Mexico starting in December 2018. All complied with Trump's rules and entered the country lawfully under TPS.
TPS for Haitians existed long before 2018
Most Haitians can still enter the US legally any time they complete the paperwork and pass the background checks.
The Biden Administration extended the Haitian TPS 18 months in part due to requests from the city of Springfield and Clark County of Ohio.
Executive Office for Immigration Review | Temporary Protected Status (TPS) (justice.gov)
Haitians have been eligible for TPS since 2010.
The local businesses seem to prefer the Haitians.
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Taunting ?????
And apparently there is no limit to how many times one can explain the legal entry process under TPS regardless of the Administration under which they entered.
Therefor the idiots here, at work, in the hood, will all blame Biden for every Haitian allowed to stay in the USA under TPS since 1990 when the Immigration ACT set up the TPS program.
And DJT, Donnie Jr and The VP Candidate formerly known as James David Hamel will continue to repeat the rumors of Haitians eating pets and chasing geese in the parks of Clark County in spite of the lack of evidence attested to by their Republican Governor, Clark County commissioners and the Mayor of Springfield.
CMTSU
Vote pimps 'pimping' a massive lie. Our country will go to hell if we elect Donald and J. D. the lies are already running 'wild' and the election has not come yet! 'The Second-coming of Donald' will be a 'Lie-hurricane' event!
The local businesses seem to prefer the Haitians.
I wish I had 30 more,” he said. “Our Haitian associates come to work every day. They don’t have a drug problem. They’ll stay at their machine. They’ll achieve their numbers. They are here to work. And so in general, that’s a stark difference from what we’re used to in our community.”
I've heard that from other employers as well.
I don't know how DeWine can continue to support Trump. They differ on so much. It must be because that is the only way he can survive politically in a red state. He has to pledge allegiance to the cult leader.
He probably wont-privately (in the voting booth) and that may be a 'blessing' all its own. A point to other republicans. . . you can be rid of Crooked Donald if you don't VOTE FOR HIM in the privacy of the voting booth. Just. Don't. Do. It. You will get your party back from the 'hell-scape' promised by Donald and his sycophants.
He must know what happened to Liz Cheney because she didn't.
There's a very similar sitaution re: Nikki Haley. She's no fan of Donald Trump. But she has to be cautious in her criticism of him (that is if she ever wants to be elected again to higher office in South Carolina).
Someone should tell Ohio's Senator J D Vance...
He's still lyring his ass off about Springfield OH!
Vance knows he's lying. There's nothing to tell him.
Utterly UNPROFESSIONAL and politically disgusting.