Springfield, Ohio Struggles with Housing Crisis Amid Influx of Haitian Migrants

City officials seek federal aid as local resources are strained by a sudden population increase.

City Manager Bryan Heck has requested federal assistance to address housing shortages.
The Haitian population in Springfield has surged to 20,000, straining community resources.
Efforts to build 2,000 new housing units are underway but deemed insufficient.
Local services, including schools and hospitals, are overwhelmed by the growing population.
Senator J.D. Vance highlights broader national immigration issues impacting small towns.