Trump says he is open to U.S. strikes in Mexico

President Trump said he would consider authorizing U.S. strikes in Mexico to combat drug trafficking, speaking during a brief exchange with reporters at the Oval Office.

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National5 articles from 5 sources across the spectrum· Updated 315d ago

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  1. Nov 17, 2025Only lean-left coverage:Trump says he would be open to striking Mexico to target drug traffickers
  2. Nov 18, 2025Trump says he is open to U.S. strikes in Mexico

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Last development · Nov 18, 2025 — Trump says he is open to U.S. strikes in Mexico

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NBC NewsLean Left· 316d ago

Trump says he would be open to striking Mexico to target drug traffickers

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BNO NewsCenter· 315d ago

Trump says he is open to U.S. strikes in Mexico

NewsweekCenter· 315d ago

Donald Trump says US strikes in Mexico "OK" with him

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Just the NewsLean Right· 315d ago

Trump says he is willing to conduct strikes in Mexico to thwart drug smuggling operations

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Al JazeeraLean Left· 315d ago

Trump says US may strike Mexican drug cartels next, after boat attacks

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