US says Brazil failed in combating drug trafficking, citing PCC and Comando Vermelho
In a determination sent to Congress, the Trump administration states that the factions have turned Brazil into a hub for global cocaine flows
TL;DR
- The US government claims Brazil has failed to confront PCC and Comando Vermelho, labeling them terrorist organizations.
- Washington asserts these factions have turned Brazil into a global center for cocaine trafficking and pose a threat to international security.
- The US is urging Brazil to take action against these groups before they expand.
- This criticism follows efforts by Brazilian senators to have PCC and Comando Vermelho officially designated as terrorist organizations by the US.
- The US State Department previously designated these factions as 'Specially Designated Global Terrorists' as part of the Trump administration's strategy against criminal organizations.
- The US determination suggests Brazil's efforts against drug trafficking and 'narco-terrorism' are insufficient compared to other regional countries.
- Brazilian politicians Eduardo Bolsonaro and Paulo Figueiredo are in Washington discussing issues including potential US sanctions related to the Brazilian Supreme Court.