DeSantis hints at employing drone strikes on Mexican drug cartels.

Florida Governor Supports Drone Strikes Against Mexican Drug Cartels

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has made a bold statement, declaring his approval of using drone ‌strikes to combat drug‌ cartels‌ in Mexico if he were⁢ to become president. During a campaign event in Iowa, DeSantis was⁢ asked about the possibility of military intervention on Mexican soil. His response was resolute.

“Yes, I have already said that.‌ We will lean in against the drug cartels. We will absolutely reserve the right, ⁢if they’re invading our country and killing our people, we have the right to defend this country,”

DeSantis emphasized that‍ the United States has the right to‌ hold drug cartels accountable, ⁣even if they do ⁤not directly cross the border. He expressed frustration with the Mexican government’s lack of ‍assistance in combating the cartels, stating that if Mexico does‌ not help, the⁤ US will take matters into ⁣its own​ hands.

DeSantis went on to⁢ compare Mexican​ drug cartels to foreign terrorist organizations, highlighting their role in trafficking people, sexual abuse, and the smuggling of drugs like fentanyl into the United States. He firmly⁤ believes that the cartels pose a significant threat to American lives ​and that the Mexican government ‍is not doing enough to address the issue.

These remarks align with​ a proposal introduced by GOP senators earlier this year, which seeks to label Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). This⁣ designation would grant law enforcement increased powers to‌ combat the cartels and their activities.

Mexican Cartels and the ⁤Fentanyl Crisis

The impact of Mexican cartels extends‌ beyond ⁤border security. These criminal organizations are responsible for smuggling deadly narcotics, such as fentanyl, into the United States. ⁤Fentanyl, a highly addictive synthetic opioid, is ⁤the leading cause of​ death for‌ Americans between the ages ⁢of 18 and 49.

According to reports, Mexican cartels import fentanyl from⁣ China and then distribute it in various forms, often disguising it as‍ other medications. This ⁤illicit trade has resulted in a staggering number of ⁢overdose deaths⁣ in the United States.

Given the ‌severity of the fentanyl ⁤crisis and the devastating consequences it has⁤ on American lives, some GOP legislators have suggested military intervention ⁣to ⁤dismantle⁣ Mexican cartel operations. Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas⁢ even expressed support for ⁤using drones ⁢to target fentanyl​ production facilities in Mexico.

As the debate surrounding⁢ the role of the United States in combating Mexican drug ​cartels continues, Governor‍ DeSantis’ stance on using drone ‍strikes‌ has sparked both⁣ support and criticism. Only⁣ time will tell if this approach ⁢will ⁢become a reality in ​the fight against drug cartels.

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