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99% of Seized Fentanyl from Mexico, Not Canada

7/4/2025

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A revealing report from the Manhattan Institute uncovers that a staggering 99% of fentanyl seized at U.S. borders between 2013 and 2024 came from Mexico, debunking the narrative of a Canadian crisis. It advocates for a focused approach on southern border enforcement rather than ineffective tariffs on Canadian imports, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the real source of the epidemic.

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A revealing report from the Manhattan Institute uncovers that a staggering 99% of fentanyl seized at U.S. borders between 2013 and 2024 came from Mexico, debunking the narrative of a Canadian crisis. It advocates for a focused approach on southern border enforcement rather than ineffective tariffs on Canadian imports, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the real source of the epidemic.