Coup in Niger puts U.S. efforts to thwart terrorism in Africa's Sahel region at risk

Summary: An apparent military takeover has occurred in the African nation of Niger. It's a country struggling with grinding poverty and fighting back an Islamist insurgency. The U.S. denounced the coup and has long counted Niger as a partner in the fight against insurgents. Stephanie Sy discussed the latest developments with Kamissa Camara, a senior advisor for Africa in the U.S. Institute of Peace. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders