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BumRushDaShow

(150,876 posts)
Tue Apr 8, 2025, 01:14 PM Apr 8

Trump administration considers drone strikes against Mexican drug cartels in intensified anti-narcotics effort

Source: msn/KRLD Dallas, TX

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The Trump administration is reportedly considering the use of drone strikes against Mexican drug cartels as part of an intensified effort to combat narcotics trafficking across the southern border.

According to an NBC News report, discussions among White House, Defense Department, and intelligence officials are in the early stages, with potential plans to target cartel operatives, vehicles, and logistical networks.

While the administration has not made a final decision, sources suggest that both cooperative action with Mexico and unilateral strikes remain on the table.

The proposal has sparked significant debate, with proponents citing national security concerns and critics warning of potential diplomatic fallout.

Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/trump-administration-considers-drone-strikes-against-mexican-drug-cartels-in-intensified-anti-narcotics-effort/ar-AA1CvHxn

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Trump administration considers drone strikes against Mexican drug cartels in intensified anti-narcotics effort (Original Post) BumRushDaShow Apr 8 OP
Okay! atreides1 Apr 8 #1
Or on the U.S. gun cartel of manufacturers and dealers Ponietz Apr 8 #6
Madness. greatauntoftriplets Apr 8 #2
Act of war that could easily escalate like a santa ana fueled brush fire Blues Heron Apr 8 #3
The sheer arrogance is breathtaking. Solly Mack Apr 8 #4
Next they'll be targeting U.S. users with cluster bombs. Wonder Why Apr 8 #5
And Mexico will just say--Sure, come drop bombs on us! Bayard Apr 8 #7

atreides1

(16,617 posts)
1. Okay!
Tue Apr 8, 2025, 01:17 PM
Apr 8

As long as the Mexican government can use drone strikes on known drug houses along the border with California, Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico.

That would be fair!

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