The Daily Why Was Haiti’s President Assassinated?
Dec 14, 2021
Maria Abi-Habib, the New York Times bureau chief for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, dives into the shocking assassination of Haitian president Jovenel Moïse. She reveals how Moïse was tackling a web of corruption and drug trafficking. The podcast explores his unexpected connections to a hidden eel industry and the dark secrets of a drug trafficking airstrip. Personal insights from Moïse's widow illuminate the chaotic events surrounding his murder, shedding light on Haiti's ongoing struggles with crime and governance.
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Moïse and the Eel Industry
- Maria Abi-Habib investigated Jovenel Moïse's background to understand his assassination.
- She discovered Moïse's involvement in Haiti's eel industry, linked to the criminal underworld.
Eel Industry and Illicit Activities
- The Haitian eel industry, a lucrative business, is suspected of being involved in money laundering and drug trafficking.
- This connection raised questions about Moïse's potential involvement in illicit activities.
Haiti's Infrastructure and Smuggling
- During her investigation, Maria Abi-Habib visited fishing villages and observed the poor state of infrastructure.
- Locals suggested that smugglers intentionally kept roads in disrepair to hinder authorities.