Migration
Ongoing
Compelling Storytelling
The pursuit of a better life unites us all. I’ve traced the migrant trail from Nicaragua to the U.S. border, exploring root causes and shifting dynamics while recording the experiences of the people forced from their homes by violence, climate change or a lack of opportunity.
Highlights
Report on the human consequences of a Trump Administration policy to separate families at the border.
The New York Times: How the Migrant Caravan Became a Trump Election Strategy
Front-page story on the migrant caravan that former president Donald Trump used to stoke anti-immigrant sentiment ahead of mid-term elections.
Rest of World: How migrant caravans are organized—and scammed—via Facebook and WhatsApp
Feature on the shadow figures that organized migrant caravans and scammed migrants.
The Guardian: 'A death sentence': migrant caravan member killed in Honduras after US sent him back
Report on the often-fatal consequences of U.S. immigration policies.
The New York Times: Mexico Moves to Encourage Caravan Migrants to Stay and Work
Report from Mexico on shifting migration policies in the region.
The Guardian: Central America sees economic boon as migrants flow through on way to US
Cross-border reporting from Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua on the economic boon brought by the growing number of migrants passing through from afar.
The New York Times: Migrant Caravan Departs Honduras, and Trump Again Calls for a Wall
Report on the departure of a migrant caravan and its use as political fodder by former President Trump.
The New York Times: A New Migrant Caravan Forms, and Old Battle Lines Harden
Report on the formation of another major migrant caravan and the continued weaponization of the issue by the Trump Administration.
VICE World News: A Brutal Crackdown in Nicaragua Is Fueling A New Wave of Migrants to the US
In-depth report on the emerging exodus of Nicaraguans forced to migrate due to political persecution.
VICE World News: Haitian Migrants Are Staying in Mexico to Avoid Getting Deported by the US
Report from southern Mexico on shifting migration dynamics and the thousands of people who fled violence and unrest in Haiti only to become trapped.