Fearing New Panama President Will Block Key Route to US, Migrants Flood Darién Gap

DARIEN GAP, Panama—Thousands of migrants streamed into Panama through the treacherous jungle of the Darién Gap last week, with many fearing that the route will be shut down, thereby dashing their hopes of reaching the United States. The influx of migrants intent on crossing the U.S. southwest border unlawfully came as Panama’s new president, Raúl

Yellen Testifies About US Actions to Combat China’s Predatory Financing

Treasury Secretary responded to members’ questions about restructuring Chinese-owned debt and preventing China from dominating key industries. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen testified to Congress on July 9 about the “State of the International Financial System.” Lawmakers only wanted to talk about one country: China. Members of Congress in both parties have emphasized the China threat,