Panama's President Labels Migrant Crisis a 'United States Problem'

President José Raúl Mulino asserts that U.S.-funded deportation flights are voluntary, complicating efforts to curb migration through Panama.

Mulino emphasizes that migrants prefer the U.S. over Panama, making repatriation challenging.
The U.S. and Panama signed a deal for the U.S. to fund deportation flights, but participation is voluntary.
Over half a million migrants traversed Panama last year, with many using the Darien Gap.
Republicans criticize the Biden administration's border policies, linking them to increased migration.
Recent U.S. measures have reduced border crossings and migrant releases significantly.