US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Haiti to emphasize the urgency of establishing an electoral council and holding long-awaited elections amidst rampant gang violence, which has overtaken much of Port-au-Prince. His visit comes as approximately 400 Kenyan police lead a UN-backed mission to restore order, although concerns about resources persist. Blinken met with Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille and other leaders to discuss the significance of well-trained and accountable security forces. He highlighted the critical need for a stable security environment to facilitate democratic processes, stating, 'Security is the foundation for everything that needs to happen going forward.' Despite the challenges, there is cautious optimism about the progress made since the formation of a transitional council in April. Blinken's visit marks the first by a high-ranking US official in nearly a decade, reflecting the US's commitment to supporting Haiti's path toward stability and democracy.