Summary
President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring fentanyl as a "weapon of mass destruction." He stated that adversaries use fentanyl to harm Americans and discussed efforts to reduce its trafficking through military operations and talks with China.
Key Facts
- President Trump issued an executive order regarding fentanyl.
- Fentanyl is now classified as a "weapon of mass destruction."
- Trump said adversaries are using fentanyl to harm Americans.
- The U.S. is conducting military operations to stop drug trafficking at sea.
- Trump mentioned working with China to address fentanyl trafficking.
- Efforts have reportedly led to a 94% decrease in drug imports by sea.
- There has been a 50% drop in fentanyl coming across the border.
