Last week’s presidential debate thrust Springfield, Ohio, into the national spotlight, prompting people to wonder how a Haitian community has taken root there — and why. Here’s a look at some key questions,

A post shared on X shows a group marching through the streets of Springfield, Ohio, and implies that the city’s Haitian community is “forming” a “militia.” Verdict: Misleading The marchers in the video are not a militant group of immigrants.

Over the past few years, many immigrants from Haiti have settled in Springfield, Ohio, drawn by the low cost of living and plentiful jobs. But the pace and volume have strained local resources and stirred some tensions.

A real increase in immigration and a false claim about migrants eating pets have catapulted Springfield, Ohio, to the national spotlight. PolitiFact traveled to Springfield to follow the misinformation’s aftermath.