The U.S. repatriated to China a fugitive suspected of drug smuggling, an example of expanding cooperation between the rival powers ahead of a planned summit https://t.co/Kyv4eiXcd6 ...

We have learned that the army is routinely shooting down drones operated by cartels along the Mexican border. Drug smugglers are sending the drugs in by drone. >> Not just one direction.It's a lot easier to fly cash via drone than to dig a tunnel and then transport it underground. >> So it's the army that is conducting these operations using locust on the border area. I believe the United States Army is working in cooperations with Customs and Border Patrol.>> But after Locust was used near West Texas, the ...

While President Donald Trump’s military campaign against suspected drug smugglers off the coast of Venezuela is generating criticism from Democrats and a few Republicans in Congress, his MAGA base has his back https://t.co/dxP3CctYC7 ...

Do you support this pardon of the former Honduran president. >> I'm not familiar with the facts or circumstances, but I think what's telling here is to try to imply that somehow President Trump is soft on on um drug smuggling uh is just ridiculous. It's totally ridiculous.He's the he's uh provided border security like we've never seen before. And the fact is these cartels now because the southern border is closed, they've gone to the high seas. >> What do you mean you're not familiar with the facts and circ ...

America’s armed forces have carried out 22 confirmed air strikes, which have killed at least 87 people who, the Trump administration claims, were smuggling drugs to the United States https://t.co/u2vQwn1qOm ...

The latest strikes in the eastern Pacific on Thursday killed four men who, the Trump administration claims, were smuggling drugs to the United States. Our charts track the campaign https://t.co/mcymfRPfQu https://t.co/EEXySOpee1 ...

The latest strikes in the eastern Pacific killed four men who, the Trump administration claims, were smuggling drugs to the United States. Our charts track the campaign https://t.co/Eypmo8PF0T ...

Legal Concerns Regarding Military Strikes - The report raises serious legal questions about potential war crimes related to a second strike on survivors, even under the assumption of an armed conflict with drug cartels [1][2][3] - The legality of the strikes is questioned under the law of naval warfare and armed conflict, as survivors clinging to remnants of a boat are not considered an imminent threat and should receive protection [2][3] - The report highlights that such actions could violate customary international law incorporated into U S domestic law, potentially constituting murder [3] - The legality of potential land strikes is questioned, with concerns raised about whether they comply with the law of armed conflict regarding survivors who pose no threat [4][5] Evidence and Due Process - The report notes the lack of evidence supporting claims that the targeted boats were smuggling drugs related to the fentanyl crisis aimed at the U S [6][7][8] - The report emphasizes the importance of due process before engaging in deadly action, suggesting that interdiction and boarding of vessels should be prioritized over immediate deadly force [9][10] Congressional Oversight and Executive Power - The report underscores Congress's constitutional duty to oversee military actions and potentially declare war if the conflict becomes long-term and involved [5][11] - The report questions the consistency of the U S policy, citing the pardon of a former Honduran president convicted of drug trafficking while simultaneously striking boats allegedly involved in drug smuggling [11][12][13] Supreme Court and Tariff Regime - The report anticipates a Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's tariff regime, expecting a decision before the end of the year [15][16][17] - The report suggests the Supreme Court may apply the doctrine requiring an express delegation from Congress for executive actions with broad economic consequences, potentially leading to the tariffs being overturned [18][19]

Security Concerns - U.S boat strikes in the Pacific resulted in the deaths of six alleged drug smugglers [1]

Industry Perspective - The report questions whether drug smuggling for profit is equivalent to an invasion of America [1] - The report suggests that Congress and the public are desensitized to the Trump administration's tactics [1]