Bannon`s War Room Episode 4306: War On The Cartel; Cutting Off American Spending Abroad
Mar 1, 2025
Todd Bensman, an expert on border security and immigration, dives deep into the escalating violence of Mexican cartels and the U.S. strategies aimed at combating them. He discusses the complexities of immigration policies, comparing recent trends and enforcement challenges. The conversation also addresses the financial implications of U.S. spending abroad, particularly regarding aid to Ukraine, and how it intersects with national security. Bensman emphasizes the need for reform in Mexican institutions to effectively tackle cartel influence.
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Public Diplomacy Failure
- Public diplomacy is ineffective, as seen in the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting.
- Private discussions would have been more productive.
European Reliance on US
- European leaders seek American security guarantees and financial aid for Ukraine.
- They haven't provided sufficient resources themselves.
Focus on Southern Border
- The US should focus on its southern border and the cartel threat.
- A paramilitary operation is needed to address the cartels.