US President argued that leniency in the penalties applied in the country attracts criminals, making the US a preferred destination for illicit activities
During a meeting with governors, he made a controversial statement by stating that countries that apply the death penalty to drug traffickers do not face significant trafficking problems. According to him, this severity in punishments is a factor that discourages crime. The president argued that leniency in the penalties applied in the country attracts criminals, making the US a favorite destination for illicit activities. He emphasized the importance of the role of states in the fight against drug trafficking, suggesting that the adoption of the death penalty could be a viable solution.
Trump also expressed his willingness to collaborate with governors, regardless of their political affiliations, to strengthen drug -fighting campaigns. He highlighted the need for a more rigorous and unified approach to face the problem of trafficking. In addition, the president reiterated that cooperation between different levels of government is essential to implement effective strategies in combating drug trafficking.
Posted by Sarah Paula
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