Salvadorans tell Gov. Newsom of fleeing to US

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's second day in El Salvador has included hearing from three people who fled and tried to reach the United States.

One was successful, and two were sent back. They told Newsom that violence in their country and the chance for a better life spurred them to leave.

David Fuentes says he left in a caravan last year after gangs began extorting his family, which owned a farm. Sandra Monroy says she was searching for better economic opportunities.

Both were stopped in Mexico and sent back.

California has more Salvadorans than any other state, and Newsom is in the country to learn more about why thousands are fleeing for the U.S.

He met privately with Salvadoran President Salvador Ceren and U.S. Ambassador Jean Manes.