In a recent government meeting, discussions centered on the escalating crisis of fentanyl trafficking and its profound impact on communities across the United States. A key speaker highlighted the alarming increase in fentanyl availability, describing it as \"flooding in\" and noted its potency, which makes it easy to conceal. This has raised concerns about the capacity of law enforcement to manage the influx of both drugs and immigrants, given the resources required to process the latter.
The speaker, who has been personally affected by the opioid crisis, shared insights from their foundation, which connects with families who have experienced similar tragedies. They reported that they have encountered hundreds of families and thousands more through networks, all echoing a consistent message: the crisis could be mitigated by addressing the supply of fentanyl at its source.
The meeting also touched on the broader implications of current policies, with a pointed question posed to Mr. Curtis regarding the future of the situation. The inquiry asked whether the ongoing trends since January 20, 2021, would lead to improvements or further deterioration in the United States' battle against this crisis. The discussions underscored the urgent need for a multifaceted approach to combat the fentanyl epidemic, emphasizing the importance of stopping the supply to prevent further loss of life.