The terrorist label could act as a deterrent and signals an elevated response to cartel violence.

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The terrorist label could act as a deterrent and signals an elevated response to cartel violence.

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The terrorist label elevates the issue, suggesting that more must be done to prevent these kinds of acts in the future, and that, in this case, if Mexico does not do something, the United States will. Applying a terrorist label raises the possibility of military action.

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Designate major drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations

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Labeling cartels as terrorist organizations sends a strong public and international message about the seriousness of their crimes.

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Labeling cartels as terrorist organizations sends a strong public and international message about the seriousness of their crimes.

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