Complexities of Cartels and American Foreign Policy

This chapter analyzes the implications of labeling cartels as terrorist organizations and the potential consequences of military intervention in Mexico, critiquing America's foreign policy approach under the Trump administration. It highlights the cyclical nature of drug demand and the misguided notion of a war on cartels while discussing the evolving dynamics of political influence and populism in contemporary politics. The conversation also reflects on the interconnectedness of wealth, power, and accountability, examining the roles of figures like Trump, Bannon, and Musk within this framework.