During a media briefing outside the White House, President Donald Trump addressed inquiries regarding possible ground military operations in Mexico and Colombia. The questions arise in the context of previous U.S. actions in Venezuela, particularly following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, which the administration has publicly viewed as a significant military success. Trump's nonchalant response, 'Don't worry about that,' seemed to downplay serious concerns about military interventions in neighboring countries.

Recent reports indicate that the Trump administration has explored the use of military force against drug trafficking operations in Mexico. An NBC News report from last November mentioned that U.S. officials were considering strategies to conduct strikes on narcotics facilities within Mexico. Additionally, a January article from the New York Times suggested that the White House had been pressuring the Mexican government, led by Claudia Sheinbaum, for permissions that would allow U.S. troops to operate on Mexican soil against drug cartels. This approach raises significant questions regarding sovereignty and international relations between the two countries.

Moreover, Trump's praise for U.S. military operations, highlighted during his visit to a North Carolina military base, indicates his administration’s continuing focus on military solutions to complex international problems. The rhetoric surrounding these potential military actions comes amidst broader debates about the efficacy of interventionist policies and their impact on U.S.-Latin American relations, especially given the historical context of military involvement in the region. Such statements also reflect the ongoing tension surrounding drugs and organized crime, a persistent issue in U.S.-Mexico relations, as the U.S. seeks cooperative agreements without stepping over diplomatic bounds.