
Trump’s new war on drugs
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Shifting U.S. Policies on Venezuela and Drug Trafficking
This chapter analyzes the evolving strategies of U.S. policy towards Venezuela, focusing on military actions against drug cartels and national security issues. It highlights the historical context of this approach, tracing its roots from the Obama to Trump administrations, and discusses the implications of designating drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. The chapter raises concerns about the potential consequences of militarized strategies on local populations and the broader geopolitical landscape in Latin America.
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