Trump Weighed Bombing Drug Labs in Mexico

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Former President Donald Trump asked repeatedly whether the U.S. could bomb Mexican drug labs to stop illicit substances from coming into the country, according to an excerpt from New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman’s new book obtained by the Washington Post, containing a host of new information about Trump’s time at the White House, including a disregard for classified details and frequent praise of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

2 months ago·Washington, United States

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The Independent

Trump repeatedly asked to bomb Mexican drug labs, new book reveals

The former president reportedly proposed the idea to officials in the White House ‘several times’

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

Trump was ‘obsessed with bombing Mexican drug labs after mistaken identity’

Former US President Donald Trump asked a "stunned" Defence Secretary Mark Esper if it was possible to bomb Mexican drug labs, claims New York Times journalist Maggie Haberman

2 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Washington Post

Trump weighed bombing drug labs in Mexico after he mistook adviser, new book shows

New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman's "Confidence Man" details unusual, erratic interactions between Trump and world leaders, members of Congress and his own aides.

2 months ago·Washington, United States

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The Hill

Trump pondered targeting Mexican drug labs with bombs: book

Former President Trump considered dropping bombs on Mexican drug labs after a top public health official urged him to do so, according to a new book. The Washington Post reported on Wednesday that New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman revealed in her forthcoming book, “Confidence Man,” that Trump brought the idea up several times and…

2 months ago·Washington, United States

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