U.S. sources told Guardian Media that allies and partners, which would be part of the purpose- built task force, would include TT’s Defence Force. It includes T&T, Guyana, and certain South/Central American statesThe ACCC’s aim is to strengthen intelligence sharing and co-ordinate regional operations against organised crime and drug cartels. The JTF-WHEM will be the new military headquarters to coordinate operations against drug cartels and other transnational criminal organizations across the Western Hemisphere. It replaces the Joint Task Force Southern Spear established in 2025, to co-ordinate military operations with Latin America and Caribbean partners. Jarrard recently commanded U.S. military support for State Department-led disaster relief operations following the devastating June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela.