U.S. military struck more alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers

US Military Actions & Security Concerns - US military conducted a second deadly strike this month against a Venezuelan target, authorized by President Trump [1] - The strike resulted in three alleged terrorists killed in action [2] - The Trump administration claims the strikes occurred in international waters targeting foreign terrorist gangs transporting illegal narcotics [2][3] - The administration is warning cartels that similar actions will be taken against them on land [3] Political & Legal Implications - The White House labeled the Venezuelan government under Nicholas Maduro as a "narco-terror cartel" [4] - The US Justice Department will investigate whether liberal political groups are organizing violence at protests and may consider racketeering laws [5] - President Trump is expanding crime crackdown to Memphis, sending federal agents and National Guard [5] Drug Trafficking & Border Security - The administration claims that drug trafficking by sea has decreased significantly following the strikes [2]