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Mexico is using extraditions to demonstrate cooperation with Washington, attempting to avoid deeper American involvement on its own soil.

But whether that will be enough to move the needle with the White House, which continues to leave military options on the table, well, that remains an open question.

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I'm Mike Baker, and I'll be back later today with the PDB Afternoon Bulletin.

Until then, stay informed, stay safe, stay cool.

It's Wednesday, the 21st of January.

Welcome to the PDB Afternoon Bulletin.

I'm Mike Baker, your eyes and ears on the world stage.

All right, let's get briefed.

First up, we've been closely tracking a growing U.S.

military buildup in the Middle East.

And now, well, we're getting clarification of sorts on why it's happening, as President Trump reportedly presses his generals for, quote, decisive action against Iran.

I'll have the details.

Later in the show, another Venezuelan oil tanker is intercepted, marking the seventh seizure as Washington escalates enforcement of sanctions on Caracas.

But first, today's afternoon spotlight.