In a bold declaration, U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that the United States is intensifying its efforts against narco-terrorists, signaling a shift towards more aggressive military action against cartel operatives.
Hegseth's remarks highlight a strategic move within the national security framework to classify these cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, thereby justifying the use of military force.
As reported by Breitbart, Secretary Hegseth took to social media on Friday night to assert, We have only just begun to kill narco-terrorists. This statement was swiftly followed by a critique of the media, accusing them of spreading more fabricated, inflammatory, and derogatory reporting to discredit our incredible warriors fighting to protect the homeland.
Such comments reflect a broader narrative from the Trump administration, which has consistently advocated for treating narco-terrorists with the same severity as other foreign threats.
Hegseth reiterated the administration's stance on the issue, emphasizing the lethal nature of the operations against these groups. He stated, As weve said from the beginning, and in every statement, these highly effective strikes are specifically intended to be lethal, kinetic strikes. The objective, as outlined by Hegseth, is to halt the influx of lethal drugs, dismantle narco-boats, and eliminate the narco-terrorists responsible for endangering American lives. He further clarified that each trafficker targeted is linked to a Designated Terrorist Organization.
The Secretary underscored the legality of these actions, asserting that the orders to target narco-terrorists are lawful under both U.S. and international law, and that all actions are in compliance with the law of armed conflict. This legal framing is crucial in justifying the administration's aggressive stance.
Criticizing the current administration, Hegseth remarked, The Biden administration preferred the kid gloves approach, allowing millions of people including dangerous cartels and unvetted Afghans to flood our communities with drugs and violence. He contrasted this with the Trump administration's approach, stating, The Trump administration has sealed the border and gone on offense against narco-terrorists. Biden coddled terrorists; we kill them.
The ongoing campaign against narco-terrorists is a testament to the administration's commitment to safeguarding the nation from external threats. By treating these cartels as terrorist organizations, the administration aims to dismantle their operations and protect American communities from the scourge of drugs and violence.
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