YouTuber Tyler Oliveira’s recent investigation in Springfield, Ohio, has sparked concerns among local residents regarding the behavior of Haitian migrants. Reports that Haitian migrants are purportedly driving vans around public parks and neighborhoods in order to gather house cats are the source of the dispute. Springfield residents have taken notice of this problem and expressed their dissatisfaction to Oliveira during his visit.
Speaking with Oliveira, locals had strong thoughts over the flood of Haitian migrants, particularly voicing worries regarding their driving prowess. On a scale of 1 to 10, a local resident gave Haitian drivers a "-10," calling them "horrible" drivers. Notwithstanding these reservations, reports indicate that Haitian migrants are getting driver's licenses—a development that has sparked conjecture over possible political objectives. Some Springfield locals think the Democratic Party's backing of Haitian immigrants getting driver's licenses has something to do with its efforts to increase voter turnout. In Ohio, voters may register online with only a few simple documents—a Social Security number (SSN) and proof of residency, for example.
🚨 BREAKING: SPRINGFIELD, OHIO UPDATELocals say the 20,000+ Haitians cannot drive and believe they pose a threat to public safety. No one knows how they are getting driver's licenses and cars so quickly despite them seemingly having no understanding of traffic laws.With… pic.twitter.com/jGMmbkgSxz
— Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) September 10, 2024
The Biden administration's immigration policies pertaining to Haitian migrants are also emphasized in Oliveira's film. Over 100,000 Haitian migrants were awarded Temporary Protected Status (TPS) under the current administration, according to Vice President Kamala Harris. TPS-eligible migrants can apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), which enables them to get a Social Security number and register to vote. Residents are wondering how this method would affect elections in the future.
🚨 BREAKING: SPRINGFIELD, OHIO UPDATEAmerican veteran DENIED Medicaid and forced to pay out of his own pocket while long lines of Haitian immigrants get in line to receive Child Care, Cash, SNAP, Medicaid, and other FREE benefits paid for you by you:the American taxpayer.… pic.twitter.com/EFOn9qDx4E
— Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) September 10, 2024
When Oliveira inquired about whether Haitian migrants were taking the same exams as American residents to earn their licenses, the employee at the local DMV appeared uncertain. When the employee said she was "not allowed to answer," residents became concerned about the impartiality of the procedure. Furthermore, a law enforcement official in Springfield stated that a considerable percentage of those submitting morning license applications are Haitian migrants, with an estimated "nine-to-one" ratio in comparison to locals. Later in the day, when more Springfield residents, perhaps returning from work, start to apply for licenses, this number is said to change.
🚨BREAKING: SPRINGFIELD, OHIO UPDATEHomeless woman OUTRAGED over not receiving any help from local government while the 20,000+ Haitians get EVERYTHING for free and are their #1 priority…She claims the Haitians call their EBTcard the “magic money card” because it never… pic.twitter.com/I89v9yKXWU
— Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) September 10, 2024
In addition to raising safety issues, Oliveira's study highlighted the economic gap that exists between Springfield locals and Haitian migrants. During the probe, one American veteran who was interviewed expressed his dissatisfaction, stating that he was not receiving government benefits while Haitian migrants seemed to be getting aid. According to the YouTuber's inquiry, the Haitian population is receiving resources like driving manuals in French and interpreters, which is exacerbating the situation locally.
🚨 BREAKING: SPRINGFIELD, OHIO UPDATEElderly woman who has lived here her entire life says: “Everybody wants to make this a race issue. It’s NOT a race issue. It’s culture. Accountability. And it’s respect.”“If you can’t speak the language or read the language: why are… pic.twitter.com/uLfdYZcdb3
— Tyler Oliveira (@tyleraloevera) September 10, 2024
Locals voiced their displeasure at what they saw as Haitian migrants' lack of effort in assimilating into American society. They mentioned problems including dependency on welfare, linguistic challenges, and the usage of government help through what the locals called "magic money cards." Many Springfield residents believe that the Haitian immigrants are not assimilating into the community or taking up American ideals.
The video, which went viral on the internet, sparked debate about government priorities and how immigrants are treated differently from natives of the United States. One commenter on the video questioned the government's strategy, saying the Democratic Party should go "on trial" for putting the interests of immigrants before those of residents.