Trump administration doubles down on military action in Latin America
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In March 2026, the Trump administration reaffirmed its commitment to military action against Latin American cartels at the inaugural "Americas Counter Cartel Conference" in Florida. Despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East, officials, including White House security advisor Stephen Miller, emphasized that Latin America remains a top military priority. The administration views cartels as similar to terrorist organizations, necessitating military force rather than criminal justice solutions. Since Trump's return to office, his administration has adopted a "global war on terror" approach, including designating cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and conducting military operations against alleged drug-smuggling boats. These actions have drawn criticism from rights groups who raise concerns about human rights and extrajudicial killings.
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