Inside Chicago's battle against the synthetic drugs flooding the US
Summary
Chicago is facing a rise in synthetic drugs, including a powerful animal tranquilizer called "tranq." While drug overdose deaths have decreased from about 110,000 in 2022 to 70,000 last year, authorities worry that new synthetic drugs could worsen the crisis. President Donald Trump has promised to intensify efforts against drug cartels by labeling many as terrorist groups.Key Facts
- Synthetic drugs are increasing in Chicago and across the United States.
- An animal tranquilizer known as tranq is among the new dangerous substances being used.
- Drug overdose deaths dropped from around 110,000 in 2022 to about 70,000 last year.
- President Donald Trump has called for tougher actions on drug cartels.
- Many drug cartels have been classified as terrorist organizations by the U.S. government.
- Communities on Chicago’s South Side are actively working to combat the drug problem.
- The new synthetic drugs tend to be cheaper and more powerful than previous drugs.
- Authorities are concerned that the drug crisis in the U.S. may be worsening despite recent progress.
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