From the Caribbean to Jalisco, Trump Takes Aim at Cartels — But Will He Strike the Kingpins?

Trump's Aim at Cartels

From the Caribbean to Jalisco, Trump targets cartels, but it remains to be seen if he will strike the kingpins.

Despite rising body counts, U.S. strikes have not yet affected the billionaire crime bosses fueling the fentanyl crisis.

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Rising violence and body counts continue amidst the search for cartel members.

Author's summary: Trump targets cartels, but will he strike the kingpins?

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