UNITED STATES (trfnews.i234.me) – Latest Efforts in the Fight Against Fentanyl
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has intensified its fight against the deadly fentanyl epidemic, leading to thousands of arrests and charges against numerous Chinese companies and individuals. Fentanyl has become a significant issue affecting both large and small towns across the United States, with most illicit drugs seized at points of entry rather than from individuals crossing the border.
Key Actions and Statistics:
- Extraditions and Charges: Since early 2021, the DOJ has extradited over 50 cartel members from Mexico to the U.S. Additionally, a dozen Chinese chemical companies and two dozen executives have been charged for shipping fentanyl precursor chemicals into Mexico and the U.S.
- DEA Seizures in 2024: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) seized over 30 million fentanyl pills and more than 4,100 pounds of fentanyl powder in 2024. This amounts to over 28 million deadly doses. The DEA has also arrested over 2,100 individuals for fentanyl-related charges.
- Quotes from Leaders:
- Attorney General Merrick Garland: “Fentanyl is the deadliest drug threat our country has ever faced, and the Justice Department will not rest until every single cartel leader, member, and associate responsible for poisoning our communities is held accountable.”
Efforts and Partnerships:
The DOJ’s comprehensive strategy involves dismantling the global fentanyl supply chain from its origins in China to its distribution in Mexico and the United States. The initiative is spearheaded by the DEA, the U.S.’s leading counter-narcotic law enforcement agency, and involves collaboration with various law enforcement partners.
The ongoing efforts highlight the DOJ’s commitment to tackling the fentanyl crisis through aggressive enforcement and international cooperation, aiming to hold all those involved in the production and distribution of fentanyl accountable.
I’m Neil Berg reporting for trfnews.i234.me