Vance Stands By Pet Eating Claims in Springfield, Says They’re From Firsthand Accounts

The allegations of pet eating have been disputed by Ohio’s governor and the mayor of Springfield, Ohio.

Republican vice president nominee Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) speaks to reporters at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Sept. 10, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) said Sunday that he stands by claims that immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, have eaten pets.

During an interview on CNN, Vance was pressed on posts and statements he’s made on X about pet eating in the city, which has seen a surge of up to 20,000 Haitian immigrants in the past few years.