North Korea Expels U.S. Soldier Who Crossed Border Within Weeks

U.S. Private Travis T. King crossed illegally into North Korea in July while on tour at the border.
North Korea says King admitted he harbored ill feelings due to maltreatment and racism in the U.S. army.
North Korea has decided to expel King under the country's laws.
King's expulsion came relatively quickly compared to other U.S. soldiers who have spent years detained.
North Korea released final results of its investigation into King's border crossing.

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Posted 9/27/2023, 11:02:00 AM