Defense Secretary Highlights Ongoing Efforts to Combat Drug Trafficking
Washington D.C. – Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently announced another successful operation targeting a vessel suspected of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This announcement comes as the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is deployed to the region, further strengthening military presence.
According to Secretary Hegseth, the recent action resulted in the deaths of two individuals on board the vessel. This is part of a larger effort by the Trump administration to combat the flow of illegal drugs into the United States.
President Trump has stated that these actions are necessary due to an ongoing “armed conflict” with drug cartels and organizations involved in trafficking. The administration maintains that these groups pose a threat to national security.
Secretary Hegseth emphasized the administration’s resolve, stating, “We will find and terminate EVERY vessel with the intention of trafficking drugs to America to poison our citizens.”
The increased military presence and targeted strikes demonstrate the administration’s commitment to securing the border and protecting American citizens from the dangers of illegal drugs.
