In a series of bold statements, former President Trump has asserted a broad authority to launch attacks against drug traffickers, particularly targeting operations in Venezuela and the Caribbean. Trump emphasized that he does not believe a formal declaration of war is necessary for these military actions, stating, "We’re just gonna kill people" who are allegedly involved in drug trafficking. While planning to inform Congress about his actions, he made it clear he would not seek their authorization, claiming, "I think we’re just gonna kill them". His administration has reported significant successes, including thousands of arrests linked to drug cartels, as he touts the formation of anti-cartel task forces across the nation. Trump indicated that land strikes against suspected drug facilities in Venezuela could be on the horizon, further escalating the U.S. response to drug-related crimes.