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US-Mexico Military Training to Fight Transnational Crime and Drug Trafficking

This law establishes a military cooperation program between the US and Mexico to strengthen Mexico's capacity to fight transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). While focused on foreign cooperation, the goal is to enhance US border security and reduce the flow of illicit goods, such as narcotics and weapons, into the country. The program mandates joint training exercises focused on counter-trafficking tactics and financial analysis.
Key points
Mandates joint training exercises between US and Mexican Armed Forces to counter major criminal organizations.
Training focuses specifically on stopping drug, weapon, and human trafficking, and analyzing criminal financing networks.
The Secretary of Defense must quickly develop and implement a pilot program plan in coordination with the Government of Mexico.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3051
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-10-23