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NewsThe GuardianMay 4, 2026United States

Ohio Republicans Break with Trump on Haitian Immigration to Protect Seats

Facing declining support for the Trump administration in Ohio, Republican Congressmen Mike Turner and Mike Carey have voted with Democrats to extend immigration protections for Haitians. Local leaders suggest this shift is a strategic move to retain their seats in a state where polls show voters are increasingly dissatisfied with the status quo.

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Why It Matters

The shift by Ohio Republicans on immigration policy directly impacts the legal status and employment prospects of 10,000 Haitian immigrants in Springfield and reflects a broader political realignment in a key swing state ahead of the November elections.

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