

Journalist Michael Yon has seen the migrant crisis up close in Panama. What he describes is hard to believe.
Apr 23, 2024
Michael Yon, an experienced war correspondent and former Green Beret, shares harrowing insights from the migrant crisis in Panama. He details the perilous conditions in the Darien Gap, where overwhelmed local resources struggle to cope with a massive influx of migrants. Yon highlights the roles of criminal networks and organizations like the International Organization for Migration amidst rising humanitarian concerns. His unique perspective sheds light on the complex interplay between migration, geopolitics, and the consequences of our current leadership.
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Darien Gap Prediction
- Michael Yon, after Biden's inauguration, anticipated increased illegal border crossings.
- He traveled to El Paso and then to the Darien Gap, foreseeing its potential as a major migration route.
Darien Gap's Role
- The Darien Gap facilitates quick entry to the US for anyone reaching South America.
- Many migrants use the CBP-1 app or fly into Mexico before heading to the US border.
US Funding of Migration
- The US is the primary funder of the migrant crisis through the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
- Many border patrol agents are unaware of IOM and its activities.