An internal memo revealed that Mexican cartel leaders authorized kamikaze drone attacks against U.S. Border Patrol personnel, escalating tensions amid the increased federal efforts to secure the southern border.
According to a report by the New York Post, the newly revealed memo warns that cartel leaders are equipping drones with explosives to target U.S. Border Patrol and Department of Defense personnel. The document urges agents “to remain cognizant of their surroundings at all times” as federal authorities bolster border security.
The memo, titled “Officer Safety Alert,” also instructs agents to carry first aid supplies and swiftly report drone sightings, noting that rifles “should be readily available.” Social media posts linked to the cartels have reportedly encouraged even more aggressive actions, including threats against law enforcement and interference with…