Haiti’s Political Turmoil Worsens as Transitional Council Votes to Oust Prime Minister Amid U.S. Calls for Stability

In a troubling sign of disregard for national and regional security interests, Haiti’s transitional presidential council has plunged the country deeper into chaos by voting to dismiss Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé just two weeks before its own mandate ends. This reckless move comes at a critical juncture when consistent leadership is essential to combatting the sprawling gang violence that threatens not only Haiti but also American interests in the Caribbean. Announced by council members Edgard Leblanc Fils and Leslie Voltaire at a sparsely attended press conference, the decision blatantly defies urgent appeals from the United States government. The State...