Donald Trump, who is about to assume again the presidency of the United States, announced in Phoenix, Arizona, his plan to designate drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. This, from the first day of his administration. During an event of Turning Point, an ultra-conservative organization, the president-elect assured that criminal networks linked to drug trafficking will be completely eliminated from US territory.
Trump stressed too that all foreign gang members will be expelled as part of a broader strategy to curb the drug crisis. “This entire criminal network operating on U.S. soil will be dismantled, deported and destroyed,” the Republican stated in front of his supporters.
Criticism of Drug Trafficking and its Impact on the U.S.
The president-elect used the case of Aurora, Colorado, as an example of the growing threat of organized crime. According to him, that city faces the presence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. Which evidences the magnitude of the problem.
Trump underscored the need to act on the growing drug overdose crisis in the United States. Especially the impact of fentanyl.
“Families are being destroyed and we’re going to stop it. We’re not going to let that happen.”
Donald Trump
As part of his strategy, Trump promises major public awareness campaigns to warn citizens about the risks of drug use. He also reiterated that the trafficking of these substances from other countries represents a threat that must be firmly confronted.
Tense Dialogue with Mexico
Trump devoted part of his speech to talk about the relationship with Mexico, focusing on a recent conversation he had with President Claudia Sheinbaum. He described the president as “lovely and wonderful.” And made it clear that Mexico must strengthen its actions to stop the flow of drugs northward.
The Republican recalled his tactics during his first term, when he pushed for the possibility of imposing 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada. This, only if the numbers of migrants and narcotics crossing the border are not reduced.
Republican Proposal: Intervention and Diplomatic Conflict
In the core of the Republican Party, some sectors advocate treating drug traffickers as terrorists. Also do not rule out possible military interventions in Mexican territory. This stance generates tensions with the Mexican government. That, insists that any attempt to violate its sovereignty will be firmly confronted.
Mexico defends its approach. Moreover, calls on the United States to tackle the problem at its root. With focus on domestic drug demand as a public health issue. This stance contrasts with Trump’s hard-line approach. Which prioritizes punitive measures and diplomatic pressure.
With information from: EFE
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