U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to consider nine Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. Among these organizations are the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, the Sinaloa Cartel, the Juárez Cartel, among others. These groups have been identified for their involvement in drug trafficking and other illicit activities affecting both Mexico and the United States.
The designation of Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations could have significant implications. According to experts like journalist Arturo Ángel, this measure could result in greater U.S. intervention in Mexico, including financial sanctions and military actions. This, in turn, could complicate the already delicate bilateral relationship between both countries and raise concerns about Mexico's sovereignty.
The potential designation of the cartels as terrorist organizations also raises questions about how the U.S. government would address the fight against drug trafficking. Additionally, it could create further tensions in the conflict between Mexican authorities and criminal groups. Although Trump argues that this measure seeks to protect American citizens from the threats posed by these cartels, several experts urge caution in addressing this issue due to its potential implications.
