By Gloria Ogbonna
The Biden administration is attempting to shift blame onto Republicans for its inability to stem the influx of fentanyl across the semi-open southern border, as highlighted in a recent report by NBC News.
Amidst mounting concerns over the escalating fentanyl crisis, President Joe Biden’s officials are emphasizing the need for additional funding to implement technology aimed at detecting and intercepting the deadly drug.
Acting Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Troy Miller lamented the lack of resources, citing the necessity of approximately $300 million to deploy crucial detection technology.
However, investigative author Peter Schweizer has underscored China’s central role in the fentanyl epidemic, painting a stark picture of the devastation wrought by the drug, which claims the lives of approximately 70,000 Americans annually.
Despite the urgency of the crisis, former top Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) staffer Jon Feere contends that the administration’s reluctance to allocate funds for drug-detection machines suggests a lack of seriousness in addressing the issue.
Moreover, Biden’s attempts to cast blame on the GOP come amidst ongoing criticism of his migration policies, which have faced staunch opposition from Republican lawmakers.
The administration’s requests for emergency funds to support mass migration initiatives have been met with resistance, leading to delays in crucial border security measures.
The failure to effectively combat the fentanyl crisis underscores broader concerns about the administration’s approach to national sovereignty and border security.
As Republicans scrutinize the connections between Biden’s lax immigration policies and the influx of drugs, including fentanyl, Biden’s officials face mounting pressure to address the root causes of the epidemic.
Despite attempts to deflect responsibility onto the GOP, the administration’s handling of the fentanyl crisis is increasingly under scrutiny, with critics highlighting the devastating impact of the drug on American communities.
As calls for accountability grow louder, the Biden administration must confront the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to combat the fentanyl epidemic and safeguard the nation’s security and well-being.
source breitbrat