Trump administration tells Congress it plans to label Haitian gangs as foreign terror organizations, AP sources say
- The Trump administration plans to designate Haitian gangs Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as foreign terrorist organizations, according to people familiar with the notification sent to Congress.
- This designation means sanctions will apply to anyone providing material support for these gangs, reflecting an expansion of the U.S. Definition of foreign terrorism.
- Viv Ansanm has been involved in violent attacks across Haiti, leading to severe impacts, including the resignation of former Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
- Gang violence has resulted in over 5,600 deaths in Haiti last year, leaving more than 1 million people homeless, according to the U.N.
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Trump administration plans to label Haitian gangs as foreign terror organizations, AP reports
The Trump administration has informed the U.S. Congress about its plans to label Haitian gangs as foreign terror organizations, the Associated Press reported on Tuesday, citing sources.
Trump administration plans to designate Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist groups
The Trump administration has informed Congress of its plan to label Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist organisations, sources said. The move, mirroring recent designations of eight Latin American crime…
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