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The administration's aim appears to be to intensify the fight, potentially extending operations deeper into the region, including inside Mexico and possibly Venezuela. Despite Mexican opposition to U.S. military intervention, the Trump team is considering unilateral strikes as part of their broader strategy.
Focus on Venezuela and Broader Geopolitical Implications
The memo signals that the U.S. is also targeting Venezuela’s alleged involvement in drug trafficking. The Trump administration has offered a $50 million reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, accusing him of overseeing the Cartel of the Suns, which allegedly floods the region with drugs and facilitates criminal migration into the U.S.