The Wright Report
19 FEB 2025: CIA Drones Over Mexico // Tariffs Working // Doge Clawbacks // Dem Lawfare // The Curious Case of Mayor Eric Adams
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Quick takeaways
- The CIA's drone operations over Mexico represent an escalation in counter-narcotics efforts, relying on intelligence gathering to target cartel activities more effectively.
- The Democratic Party's coordinated legal strategy against Trump reflects a growing political polarization, aiming to challenge his executive actions through widespread lawsuits across the nation.
Deep dives
CIA Drone Operations in Mexico
The CIA's deployment of drones over Mexico aims to gather intelligence on drug cartels, building 'pattern of life' data to support potential military actions, including missile strikes or targeted assassinations. This initiative has raised concerns regarding its secrecy, as it reportedly isn't fully disclosed to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum due to fears of cartel infiltrations within her government. Reports highlight the effectiveness of drones in identifying cartel activities, particularly their drug labs, by detecting specific chemical emissions. These operations signify a significant escalation in the U.S. counter-narcotics strategy reminiscent of the Reagan era, reflecting a dual approach of cooperation with Mexican authorities and direct covert actions when collaboration falls short.
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