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October 2, 2020

Thousands Flee Extreme Poverty & Violence in Honduras as Caravan Hopes to Reach U.S.
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In immigration news, over 3,000 people fled Honduras yesterday in a
caravan with the hopes of reaching the United States. This comes just
days after the region reopened its borders after months of a strict
coronavirus lockdown that left thousands without jobs sinking further
into poverty. The caravan made it to Guatemala yesterday afternoon,
where they headed north to the border with Mexico. Guatemalan President
Alejandro Giammattei announced he had ordered the immediate apprehension
of caravan members. Meanwhile, the Mexican government threatened asylum
seekers with prison time if they enter Mexico without following proper
health protocols, citing alleged concerns due to the pandemic. 


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