MILITARY August 19 U.S. warships to patrol international waters around Venezuela as Trump vows to stop cartels U.S. warships head to Venezuela as Trump targets drug trafficking.
Travel August 13 American teen pilot detained in Antarctica while raising money for cancer on solo trip Teenager Ethan Guo's record-breaking solo flight around the world was halted in Antarctica, where he faces charges for landing without authorization from Chilean officials.
Human Rights August 12 Venezuela human rights hit new low as US puts $50M bounty on Maduro's head: State Department State Department documents escalating killings, torture and repression in Venezuela following disputed 2024 election as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's government targets opposition.
Donald Trump August 8 Trump approves military action against Latin American cartels classified as terrorist organizations Trump administration secretly approves military action targeting drug cartels classified as terrorist groups that traffic fentanyl across the US-Mexico border.
Democratic Party August 4 House Dem declares she is a 'proud Guatemalan' before American at Progressive International conference Rep. Delia Ramirez declared she's prouder to be Guatemalan than American at leftist Panamerican Congress attended by progressive lawmakers.
China July 29 China may gain greater control of Panama Canal after BlackRock deal misses deadline CK Hutchison signals openness to include a Chinese investor in Panama Canal ports after negotiations with BlackRock expired, raising concerns about Beijing's influence.
Brazil July 18 Police search former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's home, political headquarters Bolsonaro is prohibited from contacting foreign ambassadors and diplomats amid local media reports that police executed search warrants at his home and political HQ.
Migrant Crime July 17 Democrats spent thousands in campaign funds to visit illegal Kilmar Abrego Garcia: report Several Democrats spent thousands in campaign funds to visit illegal alien and alleged MS-13 gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador, according to reports.
MLB July 15 MLBPA chief says foreign players told to carry documentation to 'keep their job' Tony Clark told reporters on Tuesday that his office has told foreign-born players to keep documentation on them in order to "keep their job."
Marco Rubio July 3 Rubio recalls top US diplomat from Colombia after 'baseless' statements from officials Rubio recalled the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires from Colombia amid tensions after "baseless statements" from Colombian officials, while affirming Colombia remains an essential partner.
Marco Rubio June 8 Rubio condemns assassination attempt on Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe fights for his life after an assassination attempt by a 15-year-old hit man, an attack condemned by U.S. and Latin American leaders.
Immigration May 30 WATCH: US intel's take on TdA gang misses mark on ties to Maduro regime, ex-Venezuela army officer says A former high-ranking officer in the Venezuelan military is contesting a recent report by the U.S. intelligence community about the massive "Tren de Aragua" gang.
Travel May 27 US warns Venezuela now poses 'highest risk' for American travelers Venezuela travel warning: U.S. citizens face severe risks including crime, civil unrest, and no consular support. Level 4 advisory issued by the State Department.
Federal Courts May 7 Boasberg grills DOJ over remarks from Trump and Noem, floats moving migrants to Gitmo in action-packed hearing Federal Judge James Boasberg on Wednesday heard another challenge to the Alien Enemies Act deportations, an appeal almost certain to spark fresh ire from Trump officials.
China May 7 China's spying in Cuba sparks alarm on Capitol Hill after fresh satellite images show surveillance buildup GOP lawmakers seek answers on China’s suspected surveillance site in Cuba, warning it could monitor U.S. military and disrupt communications in a crisis.
Army May 6 US Army Black Hawk pilot found dead in Honduras, investigation underway 1st Lt. Marciano Parisano, a 25-year-old U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot from Cibolo, Texas, has been found dead in Honduras, officials announced.
State Department April 30 Trump to name Haitian gangs foreign terrorist organizations: report The Trump administration reportedly told Congress it will designate the Haitian gangs Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif as foreign terrorist organizations.
Latin America April 14 Bukele says Trump has 350 million Americans to 'liberate' by ending crime, terrorism El Salvador's Nayib Bukele told President Donald Trump that he must "liberate" Americans from crime and that letting men in women's sports is "violence against women."
Latin America April 14 4 things to know about the young conservative anti-crime president of Ecuador who was just re-elected Ecuador re-elected President Daniel Noboa to a four-year term. What to know about the pro-President Donald Trump conservative taking on cartel violence.
Latin America April 13 Ecuador re-elects President Daniel Noboa amid nationwide unease over crime Conservative Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, a wealthy anti-crime crusader, was re-elected on Sunday, defeating left-wing lawyer Luisa González.
Latin America April 13 Fears of another narco-state rise as Latin American country readies for pivotal vote Ecuador is headed to a second round of a presidential election in which incumbent President Daniel Noboa faces leftist challenger Luisa González as the nation faces gang violence.
State Department April 10 State Dept upgrades travel advisory for El Salvador, considered safer than France, other European countries Secretary of State Marco Rubio credited Nayib Bukele's leadership as the U.S. travel advisory for El Salvador was upgraded to the safest designation.
China April 9 ​​Hegseth says Panama agreed to allow US warships to travel 'first and free' through canal Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced U.S. warships will travel through the Panama Canal "first and free" after meeting with Panamanian officials.
Venezuelan Political Crisis April 9 Venezuelan opposition promises reparations to Laken Riley’s family, other victims of Tren de Aragua violence In a letter to Laken Riley's family, Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia promised to offer "reparations" to victims of Tren de Aragua crimes.
JD Vance April 1 Vance doubles down after Trump admin admits 'error' sending man to Salvadoran prison Vice President JD Vance said a man the Trump administration sent to a Salvadoran prison in error had "no legal right to be here" when questioned about the alleged mistake.
Brazil March 26 Brazilian ex-President Bolsonaro ordered to stand trial over alleged coup plan Brazil’s Supreme Court accepted charges against ex-President Jair Bolsonaro over an alleged attempt to stay in office after his 2022 election defeat, ordering him to stand trial.
New York Yankees March 26 Investigation focus in death of ex-Yankees star's son shifts to possible food poisoning Costa Rican investigators have shifted their focus in their investigation into the death of Miller Gardner to possible food poisoning. Miller was 14.
Crime March 24 Sanctuary policies fuel Latin American gangs smuggling drugs, endangering Americans: former DEA agent A retired Drug Enforcement Administration agent revealed how Mexican cartels, U.S. gangs and sanctuary cities are fueling America's drug crisis.
House Of Representatives March 19 US spies urged to refocus efforts on America's backyard, new House Intel chair says House’s new Intelligence Chair Rick Crawford plans to drive intelligence community to focus on building partnerships with Latin American allies for intelligence gathering.
Caribbean March 18 Small plane crashes after take off from Caribbean island along Honduras' coast, killing at least 12 At least 12 were killed when a small plane crashed into the sea off the Caribbean coast of Honduras on Monday. Five were rescued, and one is missing.