The Trump administration has officially designated both the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as “transnational terrorist organizations.” This decision aims to combat the influx of fentanyl into the United States, a key driver behind the measure. The designations allow for increased sanctions and law enforcement efforts targeting the cartels' financial and logistical networks. By labeling these groups as terrorists, the US government signifies a shift in strategy, moving beyond traditional drug enforcement approaches. Officials hope this will disrupt the cartels' operations at a higher level and curtail the flow of the deadly opioid. This move is expected to intensify pressure on Mexico to address the cartels operating within its borders. The designations further highlight the US government’s focus on stemming the opioid crisis and holding responsible those facilitating fentanyl’s production and distribution.