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Trump Administration Blocks Brazil Cooperation on Crime

September 12, 2026

Summary

The Trump administration is reportedly hindering Brazil's efforts to expand cooperation on fighting transnational crime by blocking some visa issues. This comes as Latin American allies are going all-in on Trump's drug war, with Colombia set to resume aerial spraying of coca crops.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • The Latin American country betting on a ‘democratic’ strategy to combat crime - CNN
  • Visa Issue Threatens U.S.-Brazil Cooperation on Crime

Center

  • Latin American Allies Are Going All In on Trump’s Drug War

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