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A recurring theme in the discussion is the call for a more assertive strategy. The speaker advocates for a "foreign terrorist designation" for cartel organizations, a move they believe would strengthen the legal framework to combat them effectively. The inclusion of US military support in anti-cartel operations is viewed as a necessary escalation in the ongoing fight.
They argue that cartel operations are inherently profit-driven, willing to work with Chinese entities for fentanyl production and with terrorists or other adversaries to infiltrate the US. Given that these organizations have expanded their influence across Mexico and into the US, the speaker stresses the importance of decisiveness and resilience.