Despite the fortified status of U.S. border checkpoints like Otay Mesa, illicit fentanyl continues to flow through them, highlighting ongoing challenges in drug enforcement.
Federal border authorities seized about 11,400 pounds of illicit fentanyl in the last fiscal year, demonstrating the significant role of crossings like Otay Mesa in America's addiction crisis.
As Governor Gavin Newsom deals with President-elect Trump's criticisms regarding drug enforcement, he attempts to balance promoting trade with Mexico while increasing drug crackdown measures.
The ongoing drug crisis is exacerbated by the challenges faced at border crossings, where even stringent security measures are not enough to halt fentanyl trafficking.
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