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The Columbus Dispatch: So many people packed the sanctuary at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Springfield to support Haitian immigrants who soon may be forced to leave the United States that Mayor Rob Rue had to ask 150 to leave on Feb. 2.

The approximately 900 people brought the church far over capacity.

Concerned residents, faith leaders and advocates from Springfield and beyond gathered to support Haitian immigrants who have a special status – allowing them to work and protecting them from deportation – called Temporary Protected Status (TPS). President Donald Trump has sought to end TPS for Haitians and other groups since taking office for his second term.

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