The US Coast Guard has made headlines after offloading a record-breaking amount of cocaine valued at over $362 million at Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale. This massive seizure included drugs from multiple interceptions in the Eastern Pacific. While the Coast Guard and DEA officials defend their aggressive tactics against alleged drug boats, controversies arise regarding the efficacy of these operations. Notably, claims made by Trump about the impact of stopping these boats on public safety are contested, with fact-checkers pointing out a lack of evidence supporting the assertion that each successful strike saves 25,000 lives. Despite the ongoing debate over the maritime anti-smuggling strategy, this record haul highlights a significant achievement in the fight against drug trafficking.