Ohio ICE detentions of Haitians have more than doubled after Trump ended protected status

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: September 22, 2026

Words: 1,098

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago


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Nearly 75 Haitians living in Ohio have been detained at one of four Ohio detention facilities that contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement since President Trump took away their legal protected status on July 27 — a 142.3% increase, according to a new report.

Springfield ICE Watch reported 74 people detained by ICE from Aug. 7 to Sept. 17, according to a new report by Ohio Immigrant …

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