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Which of these statements best reflects why Bush ordered US troops into Panama?

Noriega had attempted to assassinate President Reagan.

Panama had sent its troops into Costa Rica, a US ally.

Noriega was wanted for criminal charges in the United States.

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"Noriega was wanted for criminal charges in the United States."

Bush ordered Operation Just Cause in 1989 largely to remove Manuel Noriega, who had been indicted in the U.S. on drug‑trafficking and related charges (along with protecting U.S. citizens and restoring democratic government).