First Convictions for Migrants Who Crossed into New Military Border Zones

U.S. Army soldier during a security halt near Cloverdale, N.M.

U.S. attorneys in New Mexico and Texas are announcing some of the first convictions against migrants who crossed into newly created military zones along the southern border — a tactic by the Trump administration to deter crossings and increase legal penalties. Two Mexican citizens pleaded guilty to a violation of defense property security regulations and […]

US Officials Say Travis King, Who Crossed into North Korea, Is in American Custody

American soldier Travis King

SEOUL, South Korea — The American soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago is in American custody, two U.S. officials said Wednesday. One official said that Pvt. Travis King was transferred to U.S. custody in China. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss King’s status ahead of the US announcement. Earlier, […]