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Combating the Opioid Epidemic: Tackling Fentanyl and Terrorist Funding
- 2024/09/10
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The opioid epidemic has ravaged the United States, claiming over 104,000 lives in a single year. This crisis is not just a public health issue but also a national security threat. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is 50-100 times more potent than morphine and has led to a higher number of deaths. The dark web, a haven for illicit activities, facilitates the sale of fentanyl, making it accessible to anyone with the right software and equipment. Terrorist groups have exploited this anonymity to fund their activities, making it crucial to treat traffickers like terrorists. The Justice Department is actively combating drug trafficking, focusing on dismantling organizations and disrupting financial networks. The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has seen a significant increase in fentanyl seizures, highlighting the need for advanced detection technologies and a whole-of-government approach to address this crisis.