Stopping Drug Cartels in Their Tracks

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   Sharlee01posted 45 hours ago

   
   
   Yes, President Trump authorized a U.S. military strike on a vessel allegedly linked to Venezuelan drug trafficking, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The operation took place in international waters and was part of a broader effort to combat narcoterrorism. Trump described the action as a "kinetic strike" against violent drug trafficking cartels and narcoterrorists within the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) area, claiming they pose a threat to U.S. national security and interests.  Reuters
   https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/ … hatgpt.com
   
   The Pentagon has supported President Trump's recent military strike on a Venezuelan drug vessel. Following the operation, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth affirmed that military actions against cartels in Venezuela would continue. He emphasized that the U.S. has the "absolute and complete authority" to defend its interests and citizens from narcoterrorist threats. Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed this sentiment, stating that further strikes would occur, and the U.S. was aware of the identities of those on the destroyed boat, though evidence to authenticate their identity as members of the Tren de Aragua gang has not been provided."
   https://apnews.com/article/trump-venezu … e93fbd2521

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   Ken Burgessposted 44 hours ago

   Apologies... I know this is related to drugs in a totally unrelated way...
   
   But for lack of a better thread... I thought this look back should be offered up, without creating a new one:
   
   https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1657573239298588673
   
   Just a reminder... your cannot trust the mainstream media... not on anything.

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   Readmikenowposted 33 hours ago

   This story is interesting.
   
   The US Coast Guard has been destroying drugs boats and seizing drugs from boats for many years.
   
   I wonder why all of a sudden President Donald Trump wants to make it public.
   
   Could it be he is tired of it and is sending a message?

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      Sharlee01posted 30 hours agoin reply to this

      I did some research before adding my thread regarding what was being done previously to drug smugglers in boats --- The U.S. Coast Guard has been intercepting drug-smuggling vessels for decades, seizing drugs and apprehending the crew. In cases where vessels are abandoned or unseaworthy, the Coast Guard may destroy them to prevent reuse, always ensuring that no one on board is harmed. As Trump is now emphasizing, strong measures to combat drug trafficking remain a priority, supporting aggressive enforcement and efforts to stop the flow of illegal drugs at sea. Along with taking no prisoners.  These operations, in my view, show a commitment to disrupting drug networks while still adhering to our laws.
      
      I would think he is doing it to cut down on supplies reaching the illegal market, and sending his message that he is at war with the cartel.  I think it is classic Trump: solve the problem by addressing the root of the problem. I mean, he is destroying drugs --- cup half full...

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