Cartel Chaos in Mexico: Why Trump May Have to Step In

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for February 24, 2026. 

In this episode of American Ground Radio, we dive into the explosive violence rocking Mexico after the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader "El Mencho." American tourists are trapped in resorts like Puerto Vallarta amid cartel roadblocks, explosions, and attacks on the National Guard—raising urgent questions about safety for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup games in Mexico. We discuss President Trump's tough stance: if Mexico can't dismantle the cartels fueling drugs and human trafficking across our border, the U.S. may have to act decisively, echoing historical interventions like the hunt for Pancho Villa.

Plus, ahead of President Trump's first State of the Union address of his second term, we break down his expected highlights: a 96% drop in illegal border crossings (from hundreds of thousands under Biden to historic lows), economic wins, and calls to keep Republicans in Congress to protect his agenda. We expose Democrat plans to bring illegal immigrants as guests—literally giving seats to non-citizens over Americans—and slam anti-Second Amendment bills in states like Virginia and Minnesota that treat gun owners harsher than violent criminals.

Don't miss the fun segment with our American Mamas on what Gen X got right: killer music, real consequences, strong work ethic, and face-to-face social skills that built resilience.

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