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Trump Demands Mexico Address Cartels, Discusses Venezuela Intervention

New York PostJanuary 6, 20262 min15,551 views
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Mexico's Cartel Crisis

  • ⚠️ Mexico needs to "get their act together" to address the flow of drugs and people, according to President Trump.
  • 💡 Trump stated he has repeatedly offered to send US troops into Mexico to combat drug trafficking, but Mexican officials have been hesitant.
  • 🎯 The cartels are running Mexico, a reality Trump emphasized despite potential political sensitivities.

Venezuela Intervention and Diplomacy

  • ⚡ Trump confirmed the US was prepared for a second strike in Venezuela if necessary, but it is currently off the table.
  • 💬 He indicated that the US has been asked to reopen its embassy in Caracas and is considering the request.
  • 🤝 Trump mentioned speaking with Venezuelan officials, including Delcy Rodríguez, and suggested that the term "kidnapping" for Maduro's situation was not inaccurate.
  • 📈 The priority for Venezuela is to fix the oil industry and the country before holding elections, to prevent a worsening crisis.
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