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Inside the fentanyl trade
Mar 25, 2024
Exploring the fentanyl trade from China to Mexico to the US, the podcast discusses the deadly impact of fentanyl on American society. It delves into the theory of a 'reverse opium war' by China and unveils the shadowy world of fentanyl production and smuggling, highlighting corruption and complicity. The episode raises questions about the deliberate flooding of fentanyl and the challenges in combating this lethal epidemic.
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- Fentanyl crisis stems from China to Mexico, flooding US with deadly drugs.
- Fentanyl trade involves China's chemicals and Mexican cartels, posing complex international challenge.
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The Devastating Impact of Fentanyl in the US
Fentanyl, once used for severe pain in cancer patients, has become the leading cause of death for American adults under 50. The drug is flooding the US, primarily from China through Mexico. The Chinese Communist Party is implicated for enabling this crisis. Tens of thousands of Americans have died from fentanyl overdoses.
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