Former U.S. President Donald Trump is contemplating a contentious strategy to deploy American assassination squads in Mexico to target drug cartel leaders if he is re-elected, according to a report by Rolling Stone. This plan is part of his broader “Agenda47” campaign for the 2024 presidential election, which includes using special forces, cyber warfare, and covert actions to dismantle the cartels. Trump’s initiative would operate without the consent of the Mexican government and includes a proposed “kill list of drug lords.”

Despite a denial from Trump’s spokesperson regarding the plans, Rolling Stone’s reporting aligns with Trump’s history of tough rhetoric on Mexico and immigration. This includes his 2015 statement where he characterized Mexicans as criminals. Trump’s stance on these issues remains a central theme in his current campaign efforts.

In related political news, former Governor of South Carolina and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, who has previously clashed with Trump, has not endorsed him following her withdrawal from the primary race. Her decision reflects her concerns over Trump’s divisive approach and his ability to unify the Republican Party. Haley, having secured a significant portion of the primary vote in states such as Indiana, continues to influence the Republican field with her views on leadership and policy.

Additionally, the ongoing legal challenges facing Trump have highlighted potential campaign surrogates, such as his daughter Ivanka Trump. Recent court appearances by Stormy Daniels, where she discussed her alleged encounters with Donald Trump, have fueled speculation about Ivanka’s role in supporting her father’s campaign amidst his legal troubles. Ivanka, alongside her husband Jared Kushner, has been gradually re-entering the political landscape, potentially positioning her to take on a significant role in her father’s political future.