The 'Haitian Immigrants Eating Pets and Geese Hoax' meme surged in popularity in September 2024 following unverified claims about the immigrant community in Springfield, Ohio. The phenomenon reached a boiling point after Donald Trump repeated the narrative during a presidential debate, specifically shouting, 'They're eating the dogs, they're eating the cats!' This soundbite immediately went viral, spawning thousands of AI-generated images, TikTok remixes, and satirical posts. Despite official debunking by local authorities, the meme persists as a tool for political satire and internet culture commentary, highlighting how quickly local rumors can transform into global digital folklore.