Haitian Times Spotlights 2026 Midterm Races Key to Haitian Americans
Second installment examines gubernatorial and Senate contests across eight states with stakes for immigration policy and Haitian TPS.
The Haitian Times published the second part of a two-part series on Oct. 30, 2026, outlining 2026 midterm races it says matter most to Haitian American communities. The installment covers contests in Georgia, Ohio, Massachusetts, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan and North Carolina, focusing on immigration enforcement, Haitian Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and political representation.
In Georgia, home to roughly 20,000 Haitians, the outlet highlights the governor's race between Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, 56, the former Atlanta mayor, and Republican Rick Jackson, 72, a healthcare billionaire backed by President Donald Trump and outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson has reportedly spent nearly $200 million of his own fortune. An Atlanta Journal-Constitution/University of Georgia poll conducted Oct. 7-15 found Jackson leading 46% to 45%, with 8% undecided and a 3.1-point margin of error. The Senate race pits Democrat Jon Ossoff against Republican Mike Collins.
In Ohio, where Springfield's estimated 10,000-plus Haitian residents have faced ICE raids and ankle monitors, the governor's race features Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. Outgoing Gov. Mike DeWine is described as a Haitian ally who called for maintaining TPS and attended the funeral of Pierre Damas Bel, 20. The report cites the Associated Press.