Columbus, OH, August 19, 2026 —

A prominent immigrant advocacy group in Ohio has penned an open letter to U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno, calling for his support in extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants. The plea comes amid deteriorating security conditions in Haiti, which the letter argues make the country unsafe for deportations.

The letter, authored by Lynn Tramonte, Executive Director of the Ohio Immigrant Alliance, details the severe dangers present in Haiti, citing widespread gang violence, murder, and rape. These conditions, Tramonte asserts, pose significant risks to any Haitian nationals who might be deported from the United States.

Tramonte seeks to draw a parallel between Senator Moreno’s own concerns for his family’s well-being and the deep-seated desire of Haitian parents residing in Ohio to ensure the safety and protection of their children. The appeal underscores the human element of immigration policy, focusing on parental responsibility and the pursuit of safety.

The communication also references a legislative effort currently before the Senate, aimed at extending TPS for Haiti. Furthermore, the letter includes a quote from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, who has previously stated that deporting Haitian individuals would effectively be sending them “back to hell,” highlighting the perceived severity of the situation in their home country.

The Ohio Immigrant Alliance is advocating for a policy that would allow Haitian nationals currently in the U.S. to retain their protected status, providing them with a reprieve from potential deportation while conditions in Haiti remain volatile.



Story summarized from the original created by Lynn Tramonte on ohiocapitaljournal.com, see more information here.

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