#fentanyl-crisis

#fentanyl-crisis

Trump's proposed designation of Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations is controversial and raises concerns about potential military actions.

Lawmakers urge reducing U.S. gun trafficking to Mexico to combat fentanyl trade.

Importance of understanding firearms' role in drug cartel operations.

The increase in fentanyl deaths is largely unreported, despite harsh crackdowns and conservative leadership in San Francisco.

California sees a decline in fentanyl overdose deaths, but funding cuts threaten harm reduction efforts.

Narcan's absence would lead to increased overdose deaths.

The New York Times and The New Yorker received multiple Pulitzer Prizes for significant journalism in 2024.

For-profit metro newspapers continue to miss out on Pulitzer Prizes, with notable exceptions like the Houston Chronicle winning for impactful editorials.

Treasury Secretary Bessent suggests potential progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations amidst ongoing tariff concerns.

Trump's tariffs aim to combat the trade deficit and the fentanyl crisis.

Rep. Derrick Van Orden supports Trump's tariffs and deportations, prioritizing the fight against fentanyl over potential economic impacts like food prices.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro suggests that legalizing cocaine could reduce drug trafficking and likens it to wine in a recent government meeting.

Overdose deaths are increasing in Western states despite a national decline, partly due to fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Trump's selection of Sheriff Chronister highlights a preference for local law enforcement experience over international investigative skills for the D.E.A. leadership.

Trump's administration continues to frame immigration as a national security threat, leveraging voter concerns about crime and drug issues.