Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Expresses Concern Over Haitian Immigrant Workforce Loss, Contrasting with Other State Officials
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has voiced concerns about the economic impact of Haitian immigrants losing their legal work authorization, particularly in Springfield, Ohio. He warned that the loss of this workforce jeopardizes businesses relying on immigrant labor, local tax revenues, and regional supply chains. Governor DeWine highlighted that immigrants and native-born Ohioans are collectively building a stronger economy, and he criticized the approach of deporting hard-working individuals and restricting future talent, stating it threatens to derail economic momentum. This stance contrasts with comments from U.S. Senator Jon Husted and U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno, who expressed little concern about Springfield's economy despite the loss of the Haitian workforce. Moreno, a critic of protected status for immigrants, stated that jobs would go to American citizens, anticipating an economic 'bonanza.' Approximately 12,000 to 15,000 Haitian immigrants were living in Springfield in 2024, a city with a population und... 
