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Haiti.- The Haitian government has strongly condemned discriminatory statements made by U.S. political figures, particularly Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance, who falsely accused Haitian immigrants of eating dogs and cats, claims echoed by Donald Trump. In response, the Ministry of Haitians Living Abroad (MHVE) issued a statement rejecting these accusations, calling them dehumanizing and dangerous to the Haitian community.
The MHVE expressed deep concern over the disinformation and stigmatization of Haitians, particularly those living in Springfield, Ohio. The ministry emphasized the need for Haitians to unite and stand up against these attacks, which have been used for political gain. In light of these accusations, the ministry is working with diaspora organizations to ensure legal protection and is exploring strategies to protect those affected by such disinformation.
The Haitian government is also providing support through its diplomatic and consular missions, as well as collaborating with community leaders in Ohio and beyond. A virtual meeting led by Foreign Minister Dominique Dupuy discussed ways to respond to these attacks and offer solidarity to the affected community. Local authorities have denied the false claims, which have spread rapidly on social media platforms, further fueled by Elon Musk.