"Extraordinarily violent drug trafficking cartels that the United States has designated as terrorist organizations have wrought devastating consequences on American communities for decades, causing the deaths of tens of thousands of United States citizens each year and threatening our national security and foreign policy interests both at home and abroad...In the face of the inability or unwillingness of some states in the region [the Western Hemisphere] to address the continuing threat..."
"I will discuss the first two requirements below, but as to the last, Trump makes clear he sees no end to this self-declared war on drug cartels by saying, "It is not possible at this time to know the full scope and duration of military operations that will be necessary. United States forces remain postured to carry out further operations.""
Violent drug trafficking cartels designated as terrorist organizations are described as causing tens of thousands of U.S. deaths annually and threatening national security and foreign policy interests. The president ordered a September 2, 2025 strike on a Venezuelan speedboat located beyond any nation's territorial seas that was assessed as affiliated with a designated terrorist organization and engaged in illicit drug trafficking. The 1973 War Powers Resolution requires notification to Congress within 48 hours for such actions and identification of the circumstances, constitutional and legislative authority, and the estimated scope and duration of hostilities. The duration of operations is described as unknown, with forces postured for further action.
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