US pledges to crack down on Haitian gangs making money off social media
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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The United States has announced comprehensive initiatives to dismantle criminal networks operating across Haiti, with particular focus on gang operations exploiting social media platforms for financial gain. U.S. envoy Mike Waltz emphasized during a Puerto Rico briefing that coordinated federal efforts will target the digital infrastructure enabling gang monetization, money laundering, and recruitment activities. This strategy represents a multi-agency approach combining law enforcement, financial investigations, and international cooperation to address Haiti's escalating security crisis.
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