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Mexico's Fentanyl Seizures Drop 94%, U.S. Raises Concerns Over 80% Border Influx

Jul 18, 2024, 02:37 PM

In the first six months of 2024, Mexico's efforts to capture fentanyl have seen a dramatic 94% decrease in seizures, raising significant concerns from the United States. The fentanyl crisis, exacerbated by illegal immigration and open-border policies, has led to a surge in fentanyl-related deaths across the U.S. The Biden Administration faces criticism for its handling of the border and the resulting influx of fentanyl, which has become the leading cause of death among young Americans. Reports indicate that at least 80% of fentanyl enters the U.S. through the Mexican border. Efforts to combat the crisis include bipartisan legislative measures such as the Stop Fentanyl at the Border Act, aimed at enhancing border security and employing new technologies to prevent fentanyl smuggling. Representative Eric Sorensen of IL17 is among those advocating for stronger measures.