US Military's Escalation Against Drug Smugglers Sparks Debate

The US military's recent boat strike in the Pacific Ocean, accused of targeting narco-terrorists, has resulted in four fatalities. The attacks are defended by President Trump as necessary against drug cartels, but face increasing legislative scrutiny, as evidenced by the House's vote to limit such military actions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 18-12-2025 08:13 IST | Created: 18-12-2025 08:13 IST
US Military's Escalation Against Drug Smugglers Sparks Debate
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The United States military has intensified its fight against drug smuggling, launching a strike on a boat purportedly operated by narco-terrorists in the eastern Pacific Ocean, resulting in four deaths.

This aggressive stance, justified by President Donald Trump as crucial to curbing drug inflow, counts as the 26th attack amid a backdrop of controversy and legislative pushbacks.

Efforts by House Democrats to constrain Trump's military powers through resolutions were defeated, reflecting the administration's ongoing struggle with legislative and public scrutiny over its drug cartel campaigns.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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