When Military Strikes Overshadow Effective Drug Interdiction: A Critical Look at Trump’s Drug War Strategy

President Trump’s recent decision to militarize America’s long-standing fight against narcotics smuggling—by sinking suspected drug boats—raises critical questions about the consequences for national security and border safety. While he condemns traditional interdiction as "totally ineffective," data from the U.S. Coast Guard tells a different story: record seizures of cocaine, including a staggering 225 metric tons in the past year alone.How does Washington justify blowing up vessels whose crews often provide invaluable intelligence on cartel operations? Veterans and experts warn that destroying these boats eliminates crucial human sources, making it harder to dismantle trafficking networks over time. Dead men tell no...