Caravan forming in Honduras, could be larger than previous attempt

 

OAN Newsroom
UPDATED 8:30 AM Sat. Jan. 12, 2019

Another migrant caravan is reportedly forming in Honduras.

The caravan’s organizers plan to leave for the U.S. sometime next week, and they are using social media as a way to spread the word.

Mexico is already sending hundreds of additional law enforcement agents to its southern border, in anticipation of the caravan.

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President Trump puts spotlight on big human trafficking problem at southern border

OAN Newsroom
UPDATED 9:22 AM PT – Sat. January 5, 2019

As the shutdown fight continues over the border, the president is highlighting the potential dangers of illegal migration.

In a series of tweets Saturday, the president said the administration is working on border security, but added “we need a wall.”The border fence between San Diego, Calif., and Tijuana, is reflected on a puddle of sea water as seen from Mexico, Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019. Discouraged by the long wait to

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McConnell, Schumer strike deal to approve dozens of Pres. Trump’s nominees

OAN Newsroom
UPDATED 8:05 AM PT – Thur. January 3, 2019

Senate Republicans agree to hold off on confirming any more federal judges, in exchange for Democrat support on dozens of other nominations.

The deal struck between Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer, allowed the upper chamber to clear 77 nominees by voice vote on Wednesday night.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky. arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, as the 116th Congress begins. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

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China responds to being singled out by Acting Defense Secretary Shanahan

OAN Newsroom
UPDATED 7:30 AM PT – Thur. January 3, 2019

Chinese officials respond to a shift in policy direction at the Defense Department, under Acting Secretary Patrick Shanahan.

China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Lu Kang tried to smooth over relations at a press conference Thursday, in response to Shanahan reportedly making efforts to counter Beijing as his top priority.

The official touted the “relatively good communication” between the U.S. and China in recent weeks, but warned the country is not afraid to protect itself when necessary.

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