Washington, Aug. 12 -- US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has not ruled out the possibility of air strikes, drone strikes, or other military action against drug cartels in Mexico as part of President Donald Trump's administration's efforts to combat organized crime.
During an interview with Fox News, the defense secretary was asked whether he expected US troops to be sent to Mexico or the use of force, including drone strikes or air strikes.
"I can't reveal anything. However, but I am not tipping my hand that there will be US troops in Mexico. That is not what I am saying," Hegseth replied.
Earlier, the New York Times reported that Trump had signed a secret directive on the Pentagon preparing operations against drug cartels in Latin Amer...