Temporary Protected Status for Haitians was set to expire at 11:59 p.m. yesterday, Feb. 3, and the community of Springfield has been bracing for a major ICE enforcement surge. Thankfully a federal judge blocked the end of those protections, pausing while a lawsuit challenging it proceeds. Read more about the ruling here. See the Joint Statement from Southwest Ohio Democratic County Party Chairs here.
White the pause brings relief, the situation continues to be uncertain. A number of organizations are working together to support our Haitian neighbors in Springfield. The following organizations welcome donations:
