‘The folks are fearful.’ Haitians living in Ohio may soon lose temporary protected status

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: January 28, 2026

Words: 1,036

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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Thousands of Haitians living in Ohio will lose their temporary protected status next week unless a federal court blocks it.

About 330,000 Haitians are living in the United States with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a program that allows people from specific countries in conflict or facing natural disasters the chance to live and work in the United States for a set period of time.

Haiti is currently plagued by gang violence and instability, with …

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