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Republican Senate Candidate Proposes U.S. Military Action In Mexico

Andrés García, left, and Christina Smallwood, Border Patrol agents and Public Affairs officers, look for migrants underneath the vehicular McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge in Hidalgo, Texas, early

A Republican challenger in Pennsylvania is advocating for U.S. military intervention in Mexico to target fentanyl trafficking networks as part of his campaign to secure a Senate seat. The candidate, a former Army combat veteran and hedge fund CEO, is proposing the use of drones and special operations teams to dismantle fentanyl cartels in Mexico.

The idea, which originated with former President Donald Trump, has sparked debate and controversy. Critics argue that such military operations could have limited impact on cartel activities and raise concerns about sovereignty and diplomatic relations with Mexico.

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