Trump Targets Cartels with Drones—And the Only Ones Panicking Are in D.C.
America’s enemies are on notice. So why is the GOP still playing defense?
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Trump is done playing nice. This week, his administration confirmed it's weighing drone strikes on cartel targets just over the southern border. That’s right—actual consequences for flooding our streets with fentanyl. While the media screams “international crisis” and Democrats cry about sovereignty, Trump’s saying what the rest of us have been thinking for years: if they can kill our people with poison, we can take out their bunkers with precision. Meanwhile, China’s throwing a tantrum over tariffs, Colorado liberals are daring Trump to act, and Secretary Noem is steamrolling the red tape to build the damn wall.
Today’s Briefing breaks down the threats, the spin, and the traitors inside the tent.
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Trump Eyes Drone Strikes on Mexican Cartels—And the Left's Already Screaming 'War Crimes'
They flood our border with drugs and death. Now Trump’s looking to return the favor—by air.
The Trump administration is seriously weighing targeted drone strikes against Mexican drug cartels operating near the southern border. The plan? Direct, unmanned hits on cartel compounds to dismantle their leadership and infrastructure. The Mexican government is panicking. The media’s calling it dangerous. But here in America, it’s sounding a lot like justice.
Here’s why it matters: Cartels are no longer just criminal enterprises. They’re paramilitary networks running weapons, fentanyl, and people across our border with near-total impunity. The Biden years turned a blind eye. Trump’s now looking through a targeting lens.
For conservatives, this is long overdue. The same D.C. class that’s been obsessed with foreign wars can’t seem to lift a finger to protect our own soil. Trump isn’t waiting for Mexico’s permission—he’s preparing to act in America’s interest.
The left wants to frame this as reckless warmongering. What they’re trying to hide is the fact that these cartels have already declared war on us. They’ve assassinated politicians, controlled entire cities, and funneled poison into American towns. And yet we’re supposed to worry about Mexican “sovereignty”?
The administration hasn’t confirmed a strike yet, but the message is clear: if you’re killing Americans with fentanyl and terror, there’s a drone with your name on it.
“They kill thousands of our people with drugs, and then whine about their sovereignty,” Trump reportedly told aides. “Maybe they should worry more about their people dying than about their borders.”
Bottom line: Trump isn’t threatening war—he’s threatening consequences. And after decades of being walked on, that’s exactly what the cartels—and D.C. cowards—are afraid of.
Read more: Newsmax
China Throws a Tantrum Over Trump's Tariffs—Calls It 'Blackmail'
China's state-run media is in full meltdown mode after President Trump dared to level the playing field on trade.
The Chinese Communist Party's mouthpiece, the Global Times, is fuming over Trump's latest tariff moves, labeling them as "blackmail" and accusing the U.S. of using tariffs as a "tool for extreme pressure and to pursue selfish interests."
Here's why this matters to conservatives: For decades, China has exploited weak U.S. leadership to flood our markets with cheap goods, steal intellectual property, and decimate American manufacturing—all while imposing their own protectionist policies. Now that Trump is standing up to their economic warfare, they're crying foul.
What they're hiding is their own hypocrisy. China is notorious for its abusive trade practices, currency manipulation, and disregard for international norms. Their outrage isn't about fairness; it's about losing their grip on a system they've gamed for years.
The real impact? By confronting China head-on, Trump is championing American workers and industries that have been gutted by globalist policies. This isn't just about tariffs—it's about reclaiming economic sovereignty and ensuring that American businesses compete on a level playing field.
Read more: Breitbart
Hegseth Calls Out China's Grip on Panama Canal—Liberals Suddenly Silent
When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth landed in Panama, he didn't mince words: China's tightening hold on the Panama Canal is a direct threat to global trade and U.S. security. Speaking at the inauguration of a U.S.-funded naval dock, Hegseth emphasized that the U.S. won't allow China to "weaponize" this critical waterway.
Here's the kicker: the same liberals who screamed about foreign interference in 2016 are now mute as China entrenches itself in our hemisphere. While the left obsesses over phantom threats, real geopolitical chess is being played—and they're not even on the board.
The reality? China's state-owned enterprises have been securing strategic footholds around the canal, raising alarms about potential surveillance and control over this vital trade route. Hegseth's visit underscores a shift from mere rhetoric to actionable steps in countering Beijing's ambitions.
But don't expect the mainstream media to spotlight this. Acknowledging China's creeping influence would mean admitting that Trump's hardline stance isn't just bluster—it's a necessary defense of American interests.
Read more: AP News
Noem Cuts Red Tape to Fast-Track Border Wall—Environmentalists Cry Foul
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has authorized the bypassing of environmental regulations to expedite the construction of 2.5 miles of border wall in Southern California. This move targets areas like Jacumba Hot Springs and San Diego, previously hotspots for illegal immigration during the Biden administration.
For years, bureaucratic red tape and environmental lawsuits have stalled critical infrastructure projects aimed at securing our borders. Noem's decisive action cuts through this obstructionism, prioritizing national security over endless environmental assessments.
Environmental groups are predictably outraged, accusing the administration of disregarding ecological concerns. However, their outcry conveniently ignores the real-world impact of porous borders on American communities, including increased crime and drug trafficking.
By fast-tracking the border wall's construction, the administration is delivering on its promise to bolster border security, directly addressing the concerns of countless Americans who have long demanded action. This move not only enhances national security but also sends a clear message: The safety of American citizens will not be held hostage by bureaucratic inertia or activist litigation.
Read more: Washington Examiner
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Millions of able-bodied American men are sitting out the workforce while collecting benefits. The left calls it a crisis—Trump calls it a choice.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett compared illegal immigrant farm labor to slavery, drawing fire from both sides. Liberals cheered. Voters cringed.
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Colorado passed radical gender and abortion bills in open defiance of federal orders. GOP leaders warned: the response is coming.
Read more: Fox NewsBORDER CROSSINGS HIT LOWEST LEVEL IN HISTORY
Trump’s policies have slashed illegal border crossings by 95%. From 155,000 a month to 7,180—numbers that speak for themselves.
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"The price of freedom is eternal vigilance."
—Thomas Jefferson
Thanks for reading The Daily Briefing, where we don’t wait for permission to tell the truth. Whether it’s drone strikes on cartels, economic warfare with China, or cleaning out the bureaucratic rot here at home, one thing’s becoming crystal clear: Trump is building a wall, drawing lines, and firing back—at enemies foreign and domestic.
The cartel crisis isn’t a border problem. It’s a war zone.
And Trump’s finally treating it like one.
~ Scott 🇺🇸
P.S. Personally? I’m all in on the drone strategy. If Mexico won’t stop the cartels, then someone has to. And if that makes the D.C. class uncomfortable—good. Maybe they should’ve been this uncomfortable when Americans were overdosing on Chinese fentanyl. What do you think—too far or not far enough? Hit reply and let me know.📬 Want even more?
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