Haiti’s Sacred Pilgrimage Hijacked by Gang Violence—A Stark Warning for America

Each year, thousands of faithful gathered at Saut-d’Eau—a sacred waterfall in central Haiti—to partake in a pilgrimage honoring the Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel intertwined with Vodou tradition. But this year, the crowd was nowhere near the majestic falls. Instead, powerful gangs have seized control of the town, making what was once a spiritual refuge inaccessible.This violent takeover is not merely a local tragedy; it starkly illustrates how failed governance and unchecked lawlessness can destabilize a nation right on America’s doorstep. From October through June, nearly 5,000 Haitians have died due to gang violence, with countless others kidnapped or trafficked....