Costa Rica’s Narco Crisis: A Cautionary Tale for America’s Southern Border Security

For decades, Costa Rica has stood out in Latin America as a beacon of stability and safety. Yet today, this peaceful nation is under siege from surging narcotrafficking operations that have infiltrated its ports, streets, and economy. This alarming trend is not just a regional problem—it holds urgent lessons for America’s ongoing battle to secure its southern border against cartel violence. How Did Costa Rica Fall Into the Grip of Drug Cartels? Historically insulated from the worst effects of organized crime, Costa Rica has now become a critical transit hub for narcotics moving from Colombia towards Europe and the United...