In Doral, Florida- At the Shield of the America's Summit, the Trump White House announced the Department of War is launching a global initiative cracking down on the drug cartels. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, says the US will join 17 countries united in the fight to eliminate the drug cartels to ensure the security of the Western Hemisphere. "We will go on the offense against the cartels. Whether it's drug boats or on land, the America's Counter Cartel Coalition- 'The A- Triple C'- will be a force for good, for peace through strength in this hemisphere. We look forward to working with your great countries." Hegseth said.
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