Mike DeWine on Wednesday pushed back against the Trump administration’s decision to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for Haitian immigrants. AdvertisementDuring an interview with CBS News, DeWine expressed concerns about Haitians being sent back to their country. pic.twitter.com/e5oUsQGRO4 — CBS News (@CBSNews) July 28, 2026The host pointed out that “typically members of your party do not disagree with President Trump on many issues, but especially on immigration.” I think that this is a great opportunity, frankly, for President Trump.” Asked why he’s breaking with President Trump on plans to deport Haitian migrants, Ohio’s Republican governor, Mike DeWine, cited his ancestors, who he said came to the U.S. in the 19th century after fleeing the famine in Ireland.