Trump Assembles a New Coalition to ‘Eradicate’ Cartels - The New York Times

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March 8, 2026
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President Trump is assembling a new coalition to 'eradicate' cartels.

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President Donald Trump has reportedly initiated the formation of a new coalition aimed at eradicating drug cartels, according to The New York Times. This initiative signals a potentially aggressive shift in the administration's approach to combating transnational organized crime. The coalition's specific composition and operational details have not yet been fully disclosed. This development suggests a renewed focus on international anti-narcotics efforts during President Trump's second term, with implications for foreign policy and border security. Further details are anticipated regarding the scope and methods of this new alliance.

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