Marines Sent to Protect U.S. Embassy in Haiti Amid Chaos and Violence

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Marines sent to protect U.S. embassy in Haiti amid chaos and violence as Americans make harrowing escapes, including a best-selling author. NBC News' Gabe Gutierrez reports from the neighboring Dominican Republic.

Key Points

  • Marines sent to protect U.S. embassy in Haiti
  • Americans making harrowing escapes from Haiti
  • Chaos and violence increasing in Haitian capital

Pros

  • Ensuring safety of U.S. embassy personnel
  • Providing assistance to Americans in Haiti during crisis

Cons

  • Escalation of violence and chaos in Haitian capital