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Latin Times
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Maria Villarroel

Trump Admin Laying Groundwork For Unilateral U.S. Military Action Against Cartels In Mexico: Report

The Trump admin is reportedly considering military action to curb down drug operations in Mexico, with or without the consent of Sheinbaum's government. (Credit: RODRIGO OROPEZA/Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Throughout the campaign trail, President Donald Trump promised to crack down drug trafficking operations in Mexican territory, a plan that caused concern among experts and diplomats who warned would be illegal and dangerous. Now, an organization believes Washington is laying the groundwork for military actions anyway.

Some in the Trump administration are reportedly considering launching drone strikes on drug cartels in Mexico as part of an effort to combat the criminal gangs operating across the southern border.

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