Drug Crisis

DEA Chief “Frightened” by Meth Surge, Fuels Drug War Skepticism and Concerns

DEA chief says meth surge ‘frightens’ him, especially meth-laced pills targeting college-age adults, and honestly, it’s a scary headline. The idea of a flood of meth, especially when it’s cleverly disguised in pills that look like common prescription drugs, is unsettling, particularly when it’s aimed at young adults in college. This isn’t just about the individual users; it’s about the potential for widespread addiction, health crises, and the disruption of communities.

I have to admit, though, it’s hard to ignore the immediate reactions. It’s difficult not to question if this is a sudden priority shift. The fact that the DEA is sounding the alarm now, after so many years of the opioid crisis, the widespread over prescription of highly addictive pain medication, feels a bit… selective.… Continue reading