All articles tagged with #dea
Originally Published 24 days ago — by ABC News
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
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.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
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.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
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.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
Terry Cole, the new head of the DEA, has been tasked with overseeing the federal takeover of D.C. police during the Trump administration.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fortune
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Axios
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tampa Bay Times
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Chad Chronister has withdrawn his nomination as President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Chad Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, has withdrawn his name from consideration to be the next Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) administrator, just days after President-elect Donald Trump announced his nomination. Chronister cited his commitment to ongoing initiatives in his current role as the reason for his decision. Trump's transition team has not commented on the withdrawal.