The Trump administration isn’t just talking tough on drug cartels — it’s finally taking real action. For too long, America’s southern border has been a sieve, letting poison pour in from ruthless narco-terrorists. But now, the battle has gone beyond the coasts of the Caribbean and deep into the Pacific Ocean. The U.S. military just launched its first strike outside the Caribbean, obliterating a drug-smuggling vessel off Colombia’s coast — and it’s about time. This isn’t just a fight against drugs; it’s a war against terror disguised as crime.
The so-called “narco-terrorists” aren’t your average criminals. These violent gangs operate like terrorist organizations. Under President Trump’s leadership, multiple cartels and gangs, including Venezuela’s notorious Tren de Aragua, were officially flagged as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. That’s right: America is dealing with terrorist groups whose weapons of choice include fentanyl and deadly shipments flooding U.S. streets. The military has now killed dozens of these enemies of the state, striking with lethal precision in international waters, sending a clear message: America is done playing defense.
Sinking Narco Boats Expands to Pacific
Destroying the Cartels’ bottom line means cutting them off from their US and European markets. That is done by severing their maritime links in international waters.
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— Brent D. Sadler (@brentdsadler) October 22, 2025
Of course, liberal politicians and left-wing activists are crying foul. They question the president’s authority, whining about “legal memos” and “due process” while ignoring more than 80,000 Americans dying from drug overdoses just this year alone. The same radicals who demand open borders and sanctuary cities now clutch their pearls over the military stopping narco-terrorists at sea. The hypocrisy is staggering. These critics cheer for lawlessness on land, then squawk about national security measures on water. It’s a stunning display of prioritizing political theater over protecting American lives.
This bold approach is a breath of fresh air from years of globalist weakness. Past administrations shook hands with drug lords or turned a blind eye to narco-terrorism, pretending America’s border wasn’t under siege. Not anymore. The Trump administration’s military strikes aren’t a reckless overreach; they’re a necessary offensive against a ruthless enemy that clearly declared war on the American people. When narcotics kill tens of thousands of Americans annually, hesitation equals death. The Democrats, obsessed with virtue signaling and political correctness, refuse to grasp the stakes.
The question now is simple: Will America stand for this? Or will the leftist swamp drag justice through the mud to protect criminals? The fight against narco-terrorists is a battle for the very soul and safety of this nation. The Trump administration has ignited the fight, turning the tide in favor of law and order. If protecting our families and reclaiming our borders isn’t worth bold, decisive action, then what is? Enough talk. It’s time to finish the job.

