Robert Beckhusen
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 00:00
The Marines can't technically use their guns except in self-defense, and Barnes wouldn't say whether they're authorized to pursue drug traffickers on the ground.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 00:00
A DEA sting operation targeting a cell of would-be cartel assassins ended in a violent warehouse showdown over the weekend. Among their ranks: one active-duty Army soldier, and one former G.I.
Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 00:00
An actual Iranian-Venezuelan drone factory exists, representing an upgrade in industrial cooperation from earlier joint projects like dairy plants and a tractor factory.
Thursday, March 8, 2012 - 00:00
Finally, the army has scored some successes in its counteroffensive - but for Nuevo Laredo, it may get worse before it gets better, especially as rival gangs move in to capitalize on the Zetas' loss.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 00:00
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano would like to take that all back. It's full steam ahead for the drug war.
Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 00:00
This caution to discuss specifics reflects the shadowy and hazardous nature of Mexico’s private security business.
Friday, January 20, 2012 - 00:00
The FARC is suffering from a "lack of financing... due to the blows to their funding sources, especially drug trafficking," Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos said Monday. "One of the orders was to sell cattle to get more resources.&qu
Tuesday, October 4, 2011 - 00:00
For now, don’t expect any American troops to march across the Rio Grande. The U.S. will stick to drones and cash and covert agents and mercenaries