NYT: TRUMP SIGNS SECRET ORDER AUTHORIZING TROOPS TO TARGET CARTELS AS DHS SEEKS 20,000 AT BORDER

Citing the New York Times, the piece reports President Trump secretly signed an order authorizing U.S. military action against drug cartels designated as foreign terrorist organizations. Pentagon planners are reportedly developing options for operations that could include action on foreign soil or at sea. The move coincides with an expanded military role at the southern border, with DHS requesting support for up to 20,000 troops and Mexico deploying 10,000 National Guard personnel. The White House and Pentagon declined comment.