Trump designated fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction and labeled major drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. This allows the government to use more military and national security resources to stop the flow of drugs into the country.
The administration claims that fentanyl-related deaths have dropped by 22 percent and total drug overdose deaths fell by 14 percent over the last year. These figures are credited to increased border security and military strikes on drug-smuggling boats.
The HALT Fentanyl Act was signed into law, which permanently labels fentanyl-like substances as the most dangerous type of drugs. This ensures that people caught selling or moving these drugs face the harshest possible legal penalties.
A new program called the Great American Recovery Initiative was started to help people struggling with addiction. It brings together doctors, religious groups, and businesses to provide better access to prevention and treatment services.
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White House Statement
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Presidential Message on Overdose and Drug Poisoning Awareness Week
