Trump, Gulf Cartel and Tren de Aragua

Trump Admin Has Designated Mexican Cartels as Terrorists, But Experts Say That Won't Do Much
The designation unlocks new legal powers but could backfire, with analysts arguing cartels are criminal enterprises, not ideological threats.
Trump admin reveals list of cartels and gangs to be designated terrorist organizations
The Trump administration sent a list of half a dozen drug cartels to Congress last week that it plans to designate as foreign terrorist organizations, Fox News confirmed on Tuesday.
Donald Trump sent seven-word warning from cartel as drug gangs designated terrorists
The US administration has taken the unusual step of officially designating eight drug cartels in Latin America as terrorist groups in a bid to reduce their influence
Tren de Aragua, MS-13, Mexican cartel gangs designated as foreign terror groups by Trump State Department
The new status bars Americans from providing ‘material support or resources’ to the gangs — and allows the US to deport its members.
Cartels Are Business as Usual Despite Trump’s Terror Designations
As the Trump administration expands its presence on the Mexico border, and apparently preps a “soft invasion,” cartels are fighting local battles.
Mexican cartels killed my sister. It’s time to call them all terrorist organizations
The Mexican drug cartels are ruthless, evil organizations with no regard for human life. Rhonita and her children weren’t just victims of senseless gunfire; they were burned alive. The cartels doused their car with gasoline and set it ablaze,
US and Canada designate Mexican cartels as terrorists
US President Donald Trump has ramped up his criticism of Mexico in recent weeks after it failed to stem the flow of drugs across the border.
Expert says tariffs and terrorist designations won't beat the opioid crisis
NPR's Don Gonyea speaks with researcher Vanda Felbab-Brown about why she thinks President Trump's proposed tariffs and designating cartels as terrorist organizations won't stop the opioid crisis.
Terror designation might prompt cartels to target Americans, expert says
The designation empowers the Treasury Department and U.S. law enforcement to aggressively target financial resources these groups utilize to produce their product, wage war on each other and authorities,
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Sheinbaum’s dilemma after ‘El Mayo’ Zambada’s latest letter: intervene or placate Trump
The Mexican president denies that the drug lord’s message is a threat against her government and is considering room for ...
Under Trump, CIA plots bigger role in drug cartel fight
The CIA is developing plans to fulfill President Donald Trump’s campaign pledges to get tough on Mexico’s drug cartels, but ...
Fearing Trump will cross border militarily to pursue cartels, Mexico moves to reform constitution
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will propose constitutional reforms aimed at protecting the country’s sovereignty ...
Trump ramps up cartel surveillance efforts to strengthen border security
Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin has the latest on C.I.A. drones being used to track drug ...
Mexico announces major meth seizure in cartel heartland amid pressure from Trump to curb drug trafficking
Mexico has announced a series of major drug discoveries in recent weeks in an apparent attempt to highlight increased efforts ...
Mexico announces arrests of alleged high ranking Sinaloa Cartel members
Mexican authorities arrested two alleged high ranking members of the notorious Sinaloa Cartel this week, just days before the ...
Mexico's president vows to protect national sovereignty after US cartel terrorist designation
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday she will propose a constitutional reform aimed at further protecting ...
Musk may be the wedge Democrats need to separate Trump from his working-class base
Elon Musk is dominating the media and the political landscape, with his influence over President Trump and his role in the ...