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The Executive Orders signed by President Trump delineate substantial changes to federal authority, including increased military funding at the border, troop surges, and even the potential use of military transport planes for deportation of migrants. Notably, these orders could lead to broader military interventions, making it easier to conduct operations deep within cartel territory.
Historical Context and Lessons Learned
This situation echoes over two decades of U.S. military involvement in Colombia against FARC, which was similarly labeled a terrorist organization. The results were complex; while immediate results were not as pronounced, the plan ultimately led to a reduction in violence and a transformation of Colombia’s security landscape.