Staff Reports
In a bold move right out of a Hollywood action movie, the newly appointed head of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Derek Maltz, is calling for an “army of good” to take on the menacing Mexican drug cartels. This strong stance is right in line with President Trump’s agenda to reclaim control over the southern border and finally send a message to the drug lords wreaking havoc in America.
Maltz’s recent chat with the New York Post made it clear that while merely focusing on arrests and extraditions is all well and good, it doesn’t cut the mustard. Holding the cartels accountable for their rampant destruction of future generations isn’t just a suggestion; it’s a necessity. After all, when it comes to cartels, a mere slap on the wrist leading to a free trip back to Mexico is far from adequate. A sense of urgency is paramount, and it seems Maltz is determined to rally the troops—preferably a well-equipped and motivated force of American patriots—to combat this illegal enterprise.
President Trump could not have possibly found anyone with more experience, passion, and toughness than @derekmaltz_sr to declare war on the Mexican drug cartels and win .
In a statement released he is
committed to leveraging the resources of partnerships
with local, state, and… https://t.co/C5EjMePTYS— Tom Moore (@junogsp7) February 4, 2025
In the grand vision laid out by Maltz, not only should the United States step up its game against the cartels, but Mexico should join the fray as a reliable partner. However, it appears that the past track record of cooperation from Mexico has been similar to a public park on a rainy day—nonexistent. Despite the desire to build “maximum partnerships,” the reality remains that building trust with a neighbor that has historically turned a blind eye is a daunting task.
The call to action comes right after Trump’s controversial designation of Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations during his presidency. This wasn’t just political grandstanding; the White House laid out a clear connection between cartel activities, violence, and destabilization that spills over into American neighborhoods. Contrary to what some may believe, those secure borders and well-connected neighborhoods are non-negotiable.
While some may romanticize the idea of tackling these cartels with soft gloves and diplomatic niceties, the reality—and Maltz’s wake-up call—is that they’ve amassed a formidable force of advanced technology and weaponry. It’s not just a game of tag anymore; it’s a high-stakes chess match where American lives are at stake. If there is going to be an “army of good,” let’s hope it comes equipped with the resolve and resources to make a real impact before the cartels can relax like kings on their thrones of crime.
