U.S. Pushes UN for Expanded Gang Crackdown in Haiti Amid Rising Instability

As Haiti teeters on the brink of chaos, the United States has stepped forward with a bold push at the United Nations to authorize a new “Gang Suppression Force” aimed at restoring order in a country overwhelmed by violent armed groups. This move underscores the critical need for targeted international action that safeguards American interests by stabilizing our hemisphere. Why Does Haiti’s Security Matter to America? The gang violence spreading from Port-au-Prince into rural areas represents more than just a distant humanitarian crisis; it directly undermines U.S. national security. The resulting lawlessness fuels mass migration, weakens regional partners, and invites...