Morning Wire Mississippi Tornadoes & Adderall Shortage | 3.27.23
Mar 27, 2023
Massive tornadoes have wreaked havoc in Mississippi, resulting in numerous fatalities and a federal emergency declaration. Meanwhile, a nationwide Adderall shortage is raising eyebrows, alongside the confusion surrounding its prescription use. The discussion also digs into the fentanyl crisis, highlighting how Mexican cartels and Chinese manufacturers are entangled in its trafficking. The podcast offers vital insights into the impact of these issues on public health and societal dynamics.
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Rolling Fork Devastation
- A terrifying tornado, lasting over an hour and traveling 170 miles, devastated Rolling Fork, Mississippi.
- The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, destroyed homes, the police department, City Hall, and the hospital.
Adderall Shortage Debate
- Adderall prescriptions have increased by 16% since 2019, potentially contributing to the current shortage.
- The DEA denies limiting production, despite pharmaceutical companies claiming they are not allowed to produce enough.
Fentanyl Supply Chain
- Chinese companies supply precursor chemicals to Mexican cartels, who then produce and traffic fentanyl into the U.S..
- The cartels reportedly use overdose deaths in the U.S. as a gruesome form of quality control for their fentanyl production.