The United States is grappling with a severe fentanyl crisis, with daily fatalities and widespread distribution issues. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, is responsible for over 200 American deaths each day and has led to a 1000 percent increase in 911 overdose calls in Austin, Texas. The crisis has prompted various federal and state responses, including legislative actions and educational programs. Arizona has initiated efforts to distribute Narcan in schools to combat overdoses, and new federal laws aim to intensify penalties for those involved in the fentanyl trade. The crisis is exacerbated by the involvement of Chinese companies and organized crime in Mexico, which are significant sources of the drug entering the U.S. The situation is declared a national emergency, allowing for more extensive federal intervention. Oregon and Maricopa County have reported record-high drug-related deaths and fentanyl cases, respectively, highlighting the escalating issue.
There's no question about it: Fentanyl continues to flow from the CCP through Mexico to the U.S. - killing hundreds of Americans daily. This deadly drug should absolutely be classified as a biological/chemical weapon & Beijing should suffer consequences. https://t.co/BcB9AoKgVx
Our porous southern border is a magnet for criminals fleeing justice in their own countries. Everyday that Joe Biden fails to secure the border is a day that murderers, drug traffickers, and other violent criminals are allowed to enter our country. https://t.co/bFWpkOICh8
Superintendent announces new fentanyl prevention outreach initiative https://t.co/h8GcJyr0Er
Fentanyl crisis: Arizona schools chief launches effort to put Narcan in schools https://t.co/B2TjWIIfON
On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, I am proud to launch my Families Fighting Fentanyl Coalition. It will be led by Angel parents Karen and Clark Griffin, who have dedicated their lives to saving the next generation of Americans from the scourge of fentanyl. We will secure the… https://t.co/m0CYkz0Kqw
I introduced the Fentanyl Kills Act to enable federal prosecutors to charge those who manufacture, traffic, or knowingly transport this poison with attempted murder. We must hold killers accountable and we must secure our porous border to cut off the inflow of this deadly drug. https://t.co/j1Xm6LVJOG
Fentanyl continues to claim innocent lives all across Texas—and the nation. I encourage all Texans to keep the conversation going about the dangers of fentanyl. To learn more and to access resources from @TexasHHSC, visit website below: https://t.co/u0WrKLc1RD
Despite advancements in fentanyl education, Arizona still grapples with a significant issue, as noted by Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell on Fentanyl Awareness Day. https://t.co/fU8NcBJdPA
State schools chief says task force will tackle fentanyl use among teens https://t.co/yxzvViSGlB
2023 was record year for fentanyl cases in Maricopa County, prosecutors say https://t.co/vSOXz5oIc8 https://t.co/ggKuFohjm8
Arizona launches effort to broaden Narcan distribution in schools https://t.co/erAI5dd7oX
If we are losing Americans at wartime number, over 200 a day, to fentanyl poisoning, I ask, are we in a crisis? I think so, and it’s time this Congress does something about it. https://t.co/flK3PVWUYU
🚨 Oregon has already seen more drug-related deaths in 2024 than in all of 2023 combined. The FEND Off Fentanyl Act, which I helped lead and was signed into law, declares a national fentanyl emergency to open up federal resources to tackle this crisis. https://t.co/Cm9umEPTqg
The partnership between organized crime in Mexico and China is one of the gravest threats facing our country. Our wide-open border is only empowering them—and killing Americans. https://t.co/dAhLzujkhy
To commemorate Fentanyl Awareness Day, Maricopa County Attorney @Rachel1Mitchell joined @AZMorningNews to discuss the ongoing crisis and how the state is fighting to combat the growing cases. Full video: https://t.co/6tHRlOKJts https://t.co/jGJ53SJAHx
#Austin, Texas has recently experienced a staggering 1000 percent increase in 911 overdose calls, a surge believed to be predominantly fueled by #fentanyl. NTD spoke with Pinal County Sheriff @sherifflamb1. https://t.co/I9kLmOdjUU
Mexico is delaying work visas to American DEA agents fighting against the cartels leaking fentanyl into the country, killing our children... And Chinese companies continue to flood Mexico with this deadly product There is corruption everywhere... https://t.co/26NIHUpmbu
Fentanyl kills more than 200 Americans daily. Our Select Committee's bipartisan investigation into this issue revealed the PRC's central role in fueling this tragic crisis in our country. More from myself and @RepGallagher here in a @washingtonpost op-ed https://t.co/mmFK16wucy
“Fentanyl can kill students within minutes of an overdose. It’s vitally important that all schools have Narcan available to help save student lives if it should happen on campus," SPI Tom Horne said. @azedschools to announce 'fentanyl prevention' program https://t.co/HGYGcOUze6
Under Biden and Mayorkas, suspected ISIS terrorists can cross our border and roam around our country for years undetected. It doesn't have to be this way. Biden could secure the border today via executive action. Schumer could pass H.R. 2. But Democrats refuse to act. https://t.co/nRiDTeOboz