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world18 days ago•4 min saved

Morales mists over Bolivia as former president vanishes amid arrest warrant

Former Bolivian president Evo Morales, under an arrest warrant for alleged human trafficking, has vanished from public view for weeks after criticizing the U.S. attack on Venezuela. While supporters say he’s ill with dengue, officials say he remains in the Chapare region, fueling theories about his whereabouts as Bolivia’s government under Rodrigo Paz Pereira seeks closer U.S. ties and a possible return of the DEA, with a tense backdrop ahead of the 2025 presidential vote.

via The Guardian|

#2025-presidential-election #bolivia-politics #dea

world1 month ago•20 min saved

DEA Monitors Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez for Years, AP Reveals

AP obtained documents showing that Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez has been on the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's radar for years, underscoring long-running U.S. law-enforcement scrutiny of Venezuelan officials.

via AP News|

#dea #delcy-rodriguez #drug-trafficking

health2 months ago•1 min saved

US Declares Fentanyl a WMD to Strengthen Fight Against Drug Crisis

President Trump designated fentanyl as a Weapon of Mass Destruction, empowering the DEA with more tools to combat its flow into the U.S., especially targeting Mexican drug cartels, which are now considered terrorists due to their role in trafficking the drug, seen as a national security threat.

via ABC News|

#dea #drug-cartels #fentanyl

world5 months ago•3 min saved

DEA arrests over 600 suspects in nationwide crackdown on Sinaloa cartel

Over 600 people were arrested in a weeklong operation by the DEA targeting the Sinaloa drug cartel, resulting in significant drug seizures and asset confiscations, as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle the cartel's operations in the U.S. and internationally.

via CBS News|

#arrests #dea #drug-cartel

world5 months ago•2 min saved

DEA's Massive Operation Nets Over 600 Sinaloa Cartel Arrests Nationwide

The DEA arrested over 600 individuals and seized significant quantities of drugs and assets during a weeklong operation targeting the Sinaloa drug cartel, aiming to dismantle one of the world's most powerful and violent drug organizations responsible for flooding the US with synthetic drugs.

via ABC News|

#dea #drug-bust #fentanyl

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Mexico Denies New Border Enforcement Deal with DEA

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denied any formal agreement with the U.S. DEA regarding border enforcement collaboration, specifically rejecting the DEA's announcement of 'Project Portero' as a joint operation, and emphasized that Mexico only signs agreements with the U.S. government, not individual agencies.

via NBC News|

#border-enforcement #dea #mexico

politics6 months ago•2 min saved

Bondi appoints DEA chief as emergency D.C. police commissioner amid crackdown

Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed DEA head Terry Cole as 'emergency police commissioner' of D.C., taking control from local police amid federal efforts to curb crime, including deploying the National Guard, in a move supported by the Trump administration and involving significant federal oversight of local law enforcement.

via NBC News|

#dc-law-enforcement #dea #emergency-police-chief

government6 months ago•0 min saved

Bondi appoints DEA chief as emergency police commissioner in D.C.

Bondi has ordered the D.C. mayor to recognize the DEA head as the emergency police commissioner, granting him all police powers and requiring department approval for directives.

via The Washington Post|

#bondi #dc-mayor #dea

politics6 months ago•0 min saved

Terry Cole Takes Charge as Federal Oversight Intensifies in D.C.

Terry Cole, the new head of the DEA, has been tasked with overseeing the federal takeover of D.C. police during the Trump administration.

via The Washington Post|

#dc-police #dea #federal-control

health-and-safety7 months ago•3 min saved

DEA Chief Warns of Rising Meth Threats to College-Age Youth

The DEA warns of a surge in methamphetamine use, especially meth-laced pills sold as other drugs to college-age adults, with seizures expected to nearly double this year. Mexican cartels control all meth production and smuggling, employing creative methods like hiding drugs in produce and vehicle septic tanks. The rise in pill form meth increases marketability and risk, with many pills being fake and dangerous, contributing to ongoing overdose concerns despite a general decline in drug-related deaths.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#dea #drug-overdose #drug-trafficking

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump's DEA Nominee Withdraws Amid Controversy and Backlash

Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's nominee for the Drug Enforcement Administration, has withdrawn his candidacy following conservative backlash over his past comments on immigration, diversity, and COVID-19 measures. Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, faced criticism for not engaging in federal immigration enforcement and for arresting a pastor during the pandemic. His withdrawal follows that of Matt Gaetz, Trump's initial pick for attorney general, who stepped down amid a federal investigation.

via Fortune|

#chad-chronister #conservative-backlash #dea

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Trump's DEA Nominee Chad Chronister Withdraws Amid GOP Criticism

Chad Chronister, the Florida sheriff chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, has withdrawn his candidacy following criticism from GOP members regarding his COVID-19 policies. Chronister announced his decision on social media, opting to remain as the sheriff of Hillsborough County.

via The Washington Post|

#chad-chronister #covid-policies #dea

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump's DEA Nominee Chad Chronister Withdraws Amid Scrutiny

Chad Chronister, President-elect Trump's nominee for the DEA, has withdrawn his candidacy following criticism from conservatives over his enforcement of COVID lockdowns as a Tampa-area sheriff. Chronister cited his commitment to ongoing initiatives in Hillsborough County as a reason for his withdrawal. His nomination was initially praised for his efforts against the fentanyl crisis, a major issue for the incoming administration. The Trump team has not commented on the withdrawal.

via Axios|

#chad-chronister #covid-lockdowns #dea

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Trump's DEA Nominee Chad Chronister Withdraws Amid GOP Criticism

Chad Chronister, the Hillsborough County Sheriff, has withdrawn from consideration to lead the Drug Enforcement Agency after facing criticism from conservatives for his enforcement of COVID-19 lockdowns. President-elect Donald Trump had nominated Chronister, highlighting his potential to combat illegal drugs like Fentanyl. Chronister announced his decision on social media, citing the need to focus on his current responsibilities. His withdrawal was welcomed by some opponents, including Rep. Thomas Massie, who criticized his past actions during the pandemic.

via ABC News|

#chad-chronister #covid-19 #dea

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Chad Chronister Withdraws from DEA Nomination Amid Criticisms

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister has withdrawn from consideration to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, a position he was recently nominated for by President-elect Donald Trump. Chronister cited his commitment to local initiatives in Hillsborough County as his reason for stepping back. His nomination had been praised by local law enforcement but faced scrutiny from some national conservative figures. Chronister, a moderate Republican, has been involved in local law enforcement since 2017 and has taken stances on issues like gun control and immigration that sometimes diverge from mainstream conservative views.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#chad-chronister #dea #donald-trump