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Pam Bondi's Fentanyl Claims Spark Backlash Over Accuracy

5/4/2025

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Pam Bondi's assertion that fentanyl seizures have saved 258 million lives has sparked significant backlash for being mathematically flawed and misleading. Experts emphasize that her claims overlook the intricate realities of drug use and overdose risks, revealing that rising fentanyl seizures do not necessarily correlate with reduced drug access or fewer fatalities, underscoring the ongoing failures of the war on drugs.

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Pam Bondi's assertion that fentanyl seizures have saved 258 million lives has sparked significant backlash for being mathematically flawed and misleading. Experts emphasize that her claims overlook the intricate realities of drug use and overdose risks, revealing that rising fentanyl seizures do not necessarily correlate with reduced drug access or fewer fatalities, underscoring the ongoing failures of the war on drugs.