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Naval ships typically perform law enforcement operations under the command of a U.S. Coast Guard officer.
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Naval ships typically perform law enforcement operations under command of a U.S. Coast Guard officer
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:21 PM (6 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:21 PM (6 months ago)
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Trump has secretly authorized the Pentagon to use military force against Latin American drug cartels designated as terrorist organizations. This marks a significant escalation in the administration's efforts to combat drug trafficking. The directive raises legal questions about the use of military force on foreign soil.
President Trump has authorized the Pentagon to use military force against Latin American drug cartels designated as terrorist organizations. This aggressive step aims to curb the flow of fentanyl and other illegal drugs. Legal and international law issues are raised by this directive.
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