Biden - Harris Administration Continues to Make Fentanyl Readily Available Through Open Borders

 

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The issue of fentanyl crossing the border under the Biden administration is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin, has been linked to a surge in drug overdose deaths in recent years. With the Biden administration at the helm, there have been reports of an increase in the trafficking of fentanyl across the U.S.-Mexico border, posing a grave threat to public health and safety.

One of the key factors contributing to the rise in fentanyl trafficking under the Biden administration is the lax border security policies that have been implemented. The Biden administration's focus on allowing millions of illegal aliens into the country unvetted has created loopholes that drug traffickers are able to exploit. This has allowed for the unchecked flow of illicit drugs, including fentanyl, into the United States.

Moreover, the Biden administration's emphasis on de-emphasizing the war on drugs and prioritizing treatment and prevention initiatives over interdiction efforts has inadvertently made it easier for drug traffickers to operate with impunity. The lack of a robust enforcement strategy has emboldened criminal organizations to ramp up their smuggling operations, leading to an increase in the availability of fentanyl on the streets.

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The surge in fentanyl trafficking under the Biden administration is also a reflection of the broader challenges posed by the opioid epidemic in the United States. The demand for opioids, including fentanyl, remains high, fueled by factors such as overprescribing of painkillers, social and economic disparities, and inadequate access to treatment for substance use disorders. As long as there is a market for fentanyl, traffickers will continue to find ways to supply it, regardless of the political climate. This being said, the Biden regime has made the problem much worse.

Moreover, the transnational nature of fentanyl trafficking presents a complex challenge that requires a coordinated and comprehensive response from law enforcement agencies, DHS, policymakers, and international partners. The Biden administration must work with countries like Mexico to disrupt drug trafficking networks, dismantle drug smuggling operations, and address the root causes of drug abuse and addiction.

In addition to law enforcement efforts, the Biden administration must also prioritize public health interventions to prevent overdoses and reduce the demand for fentanyl. This includes expanding access to naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, increasing funding for addiction treatment and recovery programs, and implementing harm reduction strategies to minimize the risks associated with drug use. While these strategies may help in the overall scheme of things, it’s more important that the Biden Administration stop abdicating their law enforcement responsibilities, close the border, and properly vette any individual seeking “asylum.” It must start here.

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Furthermore, the Biden administration should invest in technology and intelligence capabilities to enhance border security and disrupt illicit drug trafficking networks. This includes deploying advanced surveillance systems, utilizing data analytics to track drug shipments, and collaborating with international partners to gather intelligence on drug trafficking operations.

It is crucial for the Biden administration to adopt a multifaceted approach to address the issue of fentanyl trafficking, one that combines stronger enforcement measures with prevention, treatment, and harm reduction strategies. By tackling the problem of fentanyl trafficking and a no nonsense approach, the Biden administration can reduce the availability of this deadly drug on the streets and save lives.