US Military Surveillance of Mexican Drug Cartels

SOURCE www.cnn.com
The US military has increased surveillance of Mexican drug cartels with sophisticated spy planes flying missions over the southwestern US. This escalation in activity comes as President Trump directs the military to secure the border and deter drug smuggling operations.

Key Points

  • Dramatic increase in surveillance missions over US-Mexico border
  • Focus on counternarcotics work and border security
  • Concerns about potential military action inside Mexico
  • Clear effort to shift counternarcotics mission to the military

Pros

  • Increased surveillance may help in combating drug smuggling operations
  • Shows the US government's commitment to border security

Cons

  • Potential violation of Mexico's sovereignty
  • Could disrupt relations with Mexico