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Haitian Immigrants Revive Springfield Economy Amid Haiti Instability

7/29/2026

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said Haitian immigrants have helped Springfield’s economy recover by filling jobs and opening businesses.
DeWine warned that Haiti’s security and political situation remains unstable, with gangs controlling large parts of the country and its capital, Port-au-Prince.
DeWine said few Haitians would voluntarily return and would seek work elsewhere to support their families if forced to leave.

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said Haitian immigrants have helped Springfield’s economy recover by filling jobs and opening businesses.
DeWine warned that Haiti’s security and political situation remains unstable, with gangs controlling large parts of the country and its capital, Port-au-Prince.
DeWine said few Haitians would voluntarily return and would seek work elsewhere to support their families if forced to leave.