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Designating Cartels and Other Organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14157, which establishes a process to designate certain international cartels and organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations or Specially Designated Global Terrorists. This action is based on their involvement in activities that pose a significant national security threat to the United States, including drug trafficking, violence, and infiltration into foreign governments. The order highlights the need to protect the U.S. from these threats by eliminating the presence of such organizations within the country and ensuring they cannot threaten U.S. territory or safety. The Secretary of State, in consultation with other key officials, is tasked with recommending which groups should receive these designations.