Trump Administration notifies Congress of armed conflict with drug cartels

The Trump Administration has officially notified Congress of an "armed conflict" with drug cartels in Venezuela and Latin America, which have recently been designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) by the State Department. This information comes from a confidential notice reviewed by The New York Times.

The designation of these drug cartels as FTOs reflects a significant shift in U.S. policy towards combating drug-related violence and trafficking in the region. The notification to Congress indicates a formal acknowledgment of the threats posed by these organizations.

This development follows a broader trend of increasing U.S. involvement in addressing issues of drug trafficking and violence in Latin America, as previously reported. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as the administration outlines its strategy moving forward.

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