Despite the absence of cats and dogs on the menu, Springfield, Ohio is still experiencing a large influx of Haitian migrants.

One of the most memorable debate moments in recent history occurred when Donald Trump claimed that Haitian immigrants are eating people’s pets in Springfield, Ohio.

Despite no evidence supporting this claim, there is an audio recording of a man reporting that he witnessed Haitian immigrants taking geese from a local pond.

The influx of 15,000 to 20,000 Haitian immigrants into a town with a population of 60,000 has sparked controversy and debate.

Deep in Middle America

Before the sudden arrival of Haitian immigrants, Springfield had no connection to Haiti and lacked the infrastructure to support Creole speakers.

Under the Biden administration’s immigration policies, every part of the country is experiencing rapid demographic changes, including small cities like Springfield.

The strain on resources, such as healthcare, education, and housing, is evident as the city tries to accommodate the new arrivals.

‘We had huge burnout’

The influx of Haitian immigrants has led to challenges in the local community health center and school district.

Increased spending on translation services and hiring of ESL instructors and interpreters is straining the city’s resources.

The residents’ concerns about the costs and disorder associated with the immigration wave are valid, as the town undergoes significant changes without consultation.

While the cats and dogs may be safe, the impact of the sudden demographic shift in Springfield is causing real issues for the community.