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  • Author(s): NOONAN, JOHN (AUTHOR)
  • Source:
    National Review. Feb2024, Vol. 76 Issue 2, p21-23. 3p.
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    • Subject Terms:
      LOPEZ Obrador, Andres Manuel, 1952-; DRUG control; AGGRESSION (International law); POWER (Social sciences); DRUG traffic; DRUG cartels
    • Abstract:
      The article discusses the debate surrounding the use of military force against Mexican drug cartels. Many Republican presidential candidates are advocating for direct military action, such as Special Forces raids or drone strikes, against the cartels. However, there are legal and practical questions surrounding this approach, as the authority to declare and wage war is split between Congress and the president. Some members of Congress propose passing authorizations for the use of military force specifically tailored to narco-threats. The article highlights the power and influence of the cartels, particularly in the drug trade, and the need for a comprehensive strategy to address the issue. Mexican president Andrés Manuel López Obrador has expressed outrage at the legislative proposal, but the article argues that the current approach has been ineffective in combating the cartels. [Extracted from the article]
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