The U.S. intelligence community’s Annual Threat Assessment identifies Mexican cartels as the primary source of fentanyl and other illicit drugs entering the U.S., primarily through the U.S.-Mexico border. The report, presented by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, does not mention Canada as a significant source despite President Trump’s claims. While China and India supply fentanyl precursors, the report focuses on the most extreme threats, deeming Mexico the greatest source of concern. Despite White House assertions to the contrary, data on fentanyl seizures at the northern border does not definitively establish Canadian origins.
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As I sit here reading about the recent murder of a Mexican mayor, decapitated and left with his head on the car roof, I can’t help but feel a mixture of sadness and anger. The fact that he was killed just days after starting his job is a stark reminder of the dangerous reality that many public officials in Mexico face on a daily basis. It’s truly horrifying to think about the level of violence and brutality that exists in certain parts of the country, where drug cartels wield immense power and instill fear in entire communities.
The leaked video showing the former mayor from the opposition party allegedly colluding with the cartel to get the newly-elected mayor out of power is a chilling reminder of the extent to which these criminal organizations have infiltrated the political landscape in Mexico.… Continue reading
It’s absolutely mind-boggling to hear the Mexican president claim that criminal groups are ‘respectful’ and ‘respect the citizenry’. The sheer audacity and disconnect from reality is startling. How can anyone in a position of leadership make such statements, especially when the brutal actions of these criminal organizations are well-documented?
The notion that these cartels, who thrive on fear, violence, and corruption, have any modicum of respect is not just naive but dangerous. They operate with impunity, slaughtering people, trafficking drugs, and terrorizing communities. The very idea that they somehow ‘respect’ anyone is a slap in the face to all those who have suffered at their hands.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker