Afghanistan On The Border | Ep. 890

Massacre Details

The tragic massacre of American citizens in Sonora, Mexico, has shocked the international community. Ben Shapiro recounts the horrific event where three mothers and at least six children were brutally killed by gunmen while traveling to a wedding. The victims, part of a Mormon community, were ambushed and some were burned alive, with reports suggesting a possible mistaken identity or targeted attack by rival drug cartels 1. Shapiro highlights the personal stories of the victims, including Christina Langford Johnson, who died saving her baby 2.

A wonderful family and friends from Utah got caught between two vicious drug cartels who were shooting at each other, with the result being many great American people killed, including young children and some missing.

--- Ben Shapiro

The incident has prompted calls for U.S. intervention, with President Trump expressing readiness to assist Mexico in addressing the cartel violence 2.

   

Cartel Influence

The influence of drug cartels in Mexico poses a significant challenge to governance and security. Ben Shapiro discusses how the cartels' power was starkly demonstrated when hundreds of gunmen launched attacks to free Ovidio Guzman, son of El Chapo, from custody 3. This event highlighted the cartels' ability to challenge state authority and the inadequacy of current strategies to combat them. Shapiro critiques Mexican President Obrador's approach, which focuses on social programs rather than direct confrontation with the cartels 4.

The problem, according to security experts, is that nothing in Obrador's strategy directly addresses the terrifying power of the country's criminal underworld.

--- Ben Shapiro

The discussion raises questions about the potential need for U.S. involvement to dismantle these powerful criminal networks 4.

   

Border Policy

The ongoing violence in Mexico has significant implications for U.S. border policy. Ben Shapiro argues that the massacre underscores the need for a stronger border wall to prevent cartel violence from spilling into the United States 5. He criticizes the Democratic Party's stance on border security, suggesting that their policies could exacerbate the situation. Shapiro points out that despite billions of dollars in aid, the Mexican government struggles to control cartel influence, leaving few options beyond building a wall or direct intervention 6.

The Mexican government may not actually have those resources at their disposal. So I'm waiting to hear solutions.

--- Ben Shapiro

This debate is further complicated by political dynamics in the U.S., with polls showing mixed support for President Trump's border policies 6.