President Trump is directing staff to brief more members of Congress on his administration's aggressive anti-narcotics tactics in the Caribbean and Pacific, Axios has learned.

Why it matters: The unprecedented military maneuvers off Venezuela and the continual extra-judicial killings of unarmed suspects —at least 64 of whom have died in 15 boat sinkings— have sparked bipartisan calls for more intel on the White House's decision making. • In recent days, Trump has told staff to conduct more briefings in response to complaints he has been receiving from lawmakers, according to two sources familiar with the discussions. • "I keep getting calls about this from congressmen," Trump explained in a recent meeting with top officials.

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