Donald Trump has persistently promoted a debunked claim that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are eating residents' pets, despite consistent denials from local and state officials, including Republicans. During a Univision town hall, Trump justified his statements by saying he was merely repeating what had been reported, although he provided no specific sources. The allegations have stirred tensions, leading to bomb threats and the cancellation of local events. Trump's rhetoric on immigration has escalated as he competes with Kamala Harris for Latino votes in the upcoming election. His running mate, JD Vance, has also been involved in amplifying these claims, despite objections from Ohio's Republican governor and local officials. The baseless accusations appear to stem from social media misinformation, which Trump and Vance have used to bolster their anti-immigrant narrative.