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The Intelligence: Drug gateway

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Fentanyl Focus: Border Dynamics and Challenges

This chapter examines the complex realities at the Mexico-U.S. border, emphasizing the daily lives of those who cross while addressing the rising issue of fentanyl smuggling. It details the extensive security measures in place to combat this crisis, highlighting the challenges faced by authorities and the adaptation of drug traffickers. The discussion also touches on policy shifts aimed at tackling addiction and preventing the flow of drugs across the border.

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