Migrant Caravan Denigrated by President Trump Arrives in California

Migrant Caravan Denigrated by President Trump Arrives in California

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On Sunday, between Tijuana, Mexico, and California, about 400 migrants claimed asylum along the U.S. border. They’re part of the caravan of Central American migrants, mostly from Honduras and El Salvador, whose route has become international news because of the ire they’ve drawn from President Trump. The Takeaway looks at the migrants claims of asylum and whether or not they will be allowed to remain in the U.S. Plus, we look at how California police were able to use online genealogy services to track down the Golden State Killer; how thousands of Nicaraguans are taking to the streets to call for the ouster of President Ortega; and how India is grappling with sexual violence.