Yesterday, a group of journalists attempted to protest in front of the Honduran presidential palace. The main focus of the protest was the recent killing of radio host Luz Marina Paz, but also the general climate against media freedom in Honduras.
The protesters ended up clashing with police and military forces guarding the palace and were eventually dispersed with tear gas. President Lobo defended the actions of the security forces, insisting the protesters were not peaceful.
Lobo also criticized the US for its insistence on investigations of journalist murders, saying that if the US wants investigations it should send aid to Honduras for investigators. Lobo threatened to pull out of the Millennium Challenge Corporation completely if that organization refuses to certify Honduras.
