SEAL congressman introduces legislation to pull back veil on threat cartels pose

A Navy SEAL veteran-turned-congressman, Rep. Morgan Luttrell, is taking a stand against the growing threat of Mexican drug cartels and other organized crime groups. He has introduced the CARTEL Act, aimed at shedding light on the dangers these groups pose to Americans.

Luttrell expressed concern over the impact of the Biden administration’s open-border policies, which have allowed dangerous cartels to exploit the borders for human and drug trafficking. The CARTEL Act mandates that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) report on whether individuals listed in the Terrorist Screening Database were released into the United States. Additionally, the legislation requires transparent tracking of individuals associated with cartels who have attempted illegal crossings.

This initiative comes on the heels of President Donald Trump signing an executive order that moves towards designating drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. The order acknowledges the threat these organizations pose to the safety and security of the American people, as well as the stability of the international order in the Western Hemisphere.

The CARTEL Act aims to provide transparency on who is trying to enter the country and requires CBP to provide a comprehensive report to Congress on terrorist organizations and cartels seeking entry into the United States. The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with representatives from various states co-sponsoring the legislation.

The order also highlights the presence of Mexican cartels and other gangs in Latin America, such as Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua and El Salvador’s MS-13, whose activities have raised concerns about their spread into the United States. Luttrell, drawing on his experience as a Navy SEAL, believes that transparency and accountability are crucial in securing the borders and protecting communities.

“Americans deserve to know exactly who is trying to enter our country,” Luttrell emphasized. “The CARTEL Act will provide critical transparency and accountability in the fight to secure our borders and protect our communities.”

In conclusion, Rep. Morgan Luttrell’s efforts to address the threat posed by Mexican drug cartels and organized crime groups through the CARTEL Act are a step towards enhancing national security and safeguarding American communities. By shedding light on these dangers and promoting transparency, the legislation aims to strengthen border security and protect the country from external threats.