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Drug Enforcement Administration.
United States federal law enforcement agency
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DEA task force operates in New Mexico, following combat service from Kuwait, while Congressman Gabe Vasquez represents the state.Some support1 report
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The DEA is operating in New Mexico concerning the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, specifically investigating the handling of synthetic opioid shipments.Well supported11 reports5 developments inside
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Howell, a former DEA agent, alleges that fentanyl has reached New Mexico.Some support1 report
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FDA, DEA, and HHS agencies are facing scrutiny over policy gaps and aligning their decisions in Boise.Some support3 reports
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DEA investigated Cortez for drug trafficking in San Antonio, where the agency maintains a division.Some support2 reports
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The DEA opposed a motion before Chief Administrative Law Judge Julius, noting that both agencies lack comprehensive scheduling policies.Some support9 reports
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An Executive Order is intended to fast-track marijuana rescheduling, impacting DEA efforts in the Canadian market.Some support2 reports
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DEA case involving Eric Jonathan Gardiner and the Davis administration speaking in the House of Assembly.Some support3 reports
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US and Colombian agencies conducted joint drug interdiction operations, while HSI teamed up with Panama to intercept narcotics heading to Costa Rica.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Federal agents searched Ilhan Omar's home, linked to narco-tunnels smuggling drugs into San Diego.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Matthew John Strait previously oversaw DEA diversion-control matters.Some support1 report
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Both the FDA and the Drug Enforcement Administration regulate stimulant medications.Some support1 report
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DEA classified substances as Schedule I controlled substances while students at the University of Mississippi were involved in drug deaths.Some support1 report
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The DEA has banned synthetic kratom in New York City, despite stores continuing to sell the prohibited substance.Some support1 report
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CBP reported a maritime enforcement action in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and subsequently transferred the case to the DEA.Some support1 report
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Raúl Torrez demanded policies and records from the Drug Enforcement Administration.Some support2 reports
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Coordinated international operation against organized crime involving the Drug Enforcement Administration and Costa Rican judicial bodies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A DEA investigation is underway in Newark, involving the New Jersey State Police and the office of the U.S. Attorney for Morris County, where Robert Frazer serves.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Criminals are impersonating a warning office of the FBI and DEA in Newark.Some support1 report
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The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) established an official working relationship with Mexican counterparts, while the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) continued investigations into the importation and trafficking of drugs by the Guadalajara Cartel.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Criminal networks are shipping cocaine to Europe, prompting the US to deploy DEA personnel to Uruguay.Some support1 report
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Rogue agents are allegedly causing instability within the government of The Bahamas.Some support1 report
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Agencies (FDA and DEA) implement a regulatory shift concerning cannabis.Some support1 report
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DEA conducted operations in North Texas and across Central America and Guatemala.Some support1 report
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HHS announced regulatory expansions for telehealth services and compliance with controlled substance prescribing rules.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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The DOJ has included the DEA to enforce new substance rules, noting that Kratom originates in Southeast Asia.Some support2 reports
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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) searched a home in Los Angeles for evidence on September 22, 2026.Some support2 reports
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The Drug Enforcement Administration is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Hayden Panettiere.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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The DEA is investigating drug trafficking operations in Oklahoma and partnering with racing organizations for awareness campaigns.Some support1 report
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Drug rings are described as operating like mini-states.Some support1 report
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DOJ actions involving various federal law enforcement partners were reported, alongside criticism from Tammy Duckworth regarding the administration's immigration policy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DEA conducted an undercover investigation in Baltimore, tracking a subject who traveled from Baltimore to Houston.Some support1 report
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AP investigation revealed DEA monitoring strategy issues, leading to a request for an internal probe by DEA Administrator Terry Cole.Well supported5 reports
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Bipartisan leaders introduced Senate Bill S. 545 to empower the DEA to track the manufacturing of illicit substances, specifically addressing issues like xylazine.Some support5 reports
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Medicare and the Drug Enforcement Administration imposed complex regulatory requirements on pharmacies.Some support1 report
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Brett Kavanaugh previously clerked under staff at the Drug Enforcement Administration.Some support1 report
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DEA conducted Operation Conch arrests in Key West, while a newspaper planned HQ there and a hurricane diverted travelers from Jacksonville.Some support1 report
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The DEA is involved in a major opioid lawsuit in Wilmington, Delaware, facing a company, with a judge presiding over the case.Some support1 report
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Tinubu seeks release of DEA and FBI records, prompting a lawsuit by Aaron Greenspan in a US court.Well supported10 reports
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Due to the closures of Bi-Mart and CVS, Fred Meyer has become the sole DEA registered pharmacy.Some support1 report
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Iowa legislature debated a kratom ban while a federal agency rescheduled synthetic drug versions.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A high-level Intel Summit is underway in northern Virginia, featuring keynote speakers from the DEA, CIA, NRO, and FBI.Some support1 report
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Drug cartels are utilizing Suriname and Guyana for transit, leading to DEA-assessed strikes and monitoring of cocaine supply.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Under DEA action, a clinician in Massachusetts is tracking Southeast Asian herbs related to the ongoing crackdown.Some support1 report
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The DEA continues operations despite expert warnings regarding the use of funds, involving the Partnership to End Addiction.Some support1 report
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DEA and U.S. expand cooperation with Colombia to intensify the fight against drug cartels.Some support2 reports
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Addiction treatment and resource fairs are underway in South Carolina, where the DEA is monitoring the potent drug fentanyl.Some support1 report
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The Drug Enforcement Administration added 7OH-related substances to Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.Some support2 reports
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Trump issued an order and the Drug Enforcement Administration intervened regarding drug issues.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Trump prioritized efforts to curb the flow of fentanyl.Some support2 reports
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Randy Wilson and Sandra Wilson are involved in a tragic incident after their son died from acute drug intoxication, prompting DEA action and FDA warnings.Some support1 report
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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulates kratom and related compounds in Nida.Some support1 report
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Businesses in Rapid City, South Dakota, may require DEA registration for state program participation, as noted by Puffy's Dispensary location.Some support1 report
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DEA investigates a drug trafficking ring involving Glenn and Cory Wilson, moving methamphetamine from Atlanta to Milledgeville.Some support2 reports
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HSI and DEA are investigating DeQuavious Wagner regarding his drug trafficking operation.Some support2 reports
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The DEA is investigating the distribution of cocaine that is being smuggled from Mexico into the U.S.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Robert R. Summerhays presided over a case in the Western District of Louisiana investigating suspected crack cocaine trafficking.Some support3 reports
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DEA and ATF arrested Samuel Rodrigo Melo Santos in Mexico following an investigation into illegal entry and firearm possession.Some support2 reports
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The Indian Ministry of External Affairs is engaged in bilateral talks with US agencies in Vienna, Austria, concerning cooperation between Indian agencies like NCB and the DEA.Some support1 report
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The DEA investigated Gardiner's drug trafficking network, which operated in the Bahamas, leading to charges in a New York court.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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What's reaching Drug Enforcement Administration
Events traced to Drug Enforcement Administration, step by step, newest first- Cannabis vape processing standards may prompt DEA regulatory reviewThe DEA may clarify or tighten rules regarding cannabis vape processing standards.Possible
- Cannabis rescheduling may require DEA to adjust enforcement focusDEA may need to adjust enforcement focus following cannabis reschedulingLikely
- HSI funding boost may strengthen DEA's drug smuggling effortsDEA could benefit from strengthened HSI cooperation on drug smugglingPossible
- How does the targeting of a suspected criminal base affect the Drug Enforcement Administration?DEA participates in joint operation targeting Colombian cocaine trafficking in Ecuador.Reported
Around Drug Enforcement Administration this week
News at the entities that move Drug Enforcement Administration most-
FBI OperationalUS agencies, including the NSA, CISA, and FBI, issued advisories regarding vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
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federal government StructuralThe federal government initiated a livestock development program in Adamawa State under President Tinubu's agenda.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
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Donald Trump StructuralTrump, Hegseth, and Bessent discuss threats and escalation against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
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White House StructuralArchbishop Jeffrey Grob met with President Donald Trump at the White House while writing from the Dominican Republic.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
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department StructuralThe Department of Justice charges residents in Merion Station, Harrisburg, and Effort.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
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Michelle Lujan Grisham OperationalJD Vance campaigns on lowering gas costs while NM Governor copies CA Governor leads, amid global trade impacts from Iran conflict.Moves Drug Enforcement Administration
Connections
The 40 strongest of 186, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
FDA Operational
The FDA and DEA maintain a formal regulatory partnership, jointly overseeing substance scheduling, clinical trials, and market safety.
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FBI Operational
The two agencies actively collaborate on joint law enforcement operations, including targeting fugitives and investigating drug trafficking.
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Terry Cole Structural
Terry Cole serves as the administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Homeland Security Investigations Operational
HSI and DEA actively cooperate, conducting joint investigations into narcotics and corruption schemes.
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Julius Structural
Julius serves as the Chief Administrative Law Judge for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Fred Meyer Structural
Fred Meyer holds the unique status of being the sole DEA registered pharmacy.
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federal government Structural
The DEA operates as a federal agency, meaning its existence and function are subject to the rulings and authority of the federal government.
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inspector general Structural
The Inspector General serves as an internal watchdog, investigating operational failures within the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Donald Trump Structural
Trump's administration issues executive orders and directives that define the operational mandates and priorities of the DEA, which subsequently carries out and assesses these actions.
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Howell Structural
Howell served as a special agent for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Food and Drug Administration Operational
The agencies actively coordinate regulatory actions, issue joint warnings, and are jointly scrutinized for policy gaps.
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Albuquerque Operational
Albuquerque serves as the operational theater where the DEA conducts investigations, monitors shipments, and manages drug circulation.
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White House Structural
The White House sets policy and findings that guide the enforcement actions of the DEA.
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New Mexico Shared context
The DEA conducts drug interdiction and operations within New Mexico, with the state's public safety issues influencing agency scrutiny.
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Hayden Panettiere Transactional
The DEA is conducting an official investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hayden Panettiere's death.
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department Structural
The Drug Enforcement Administration operates as a subordinate agency under the authority of the executive department structure.
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Michelle Lujan Grisham Operational
Michelle Lujan Grisham calls for criminal investigations into DEA actions and alleges complicity in operational failures regarding fentanyl.
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Angelito Transactional
The DEA initiated an enforcement action resulting in Angelito being arrested on charges of drug possession.
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Asa Hutchinson Structural
Asa Hutchinson served as the administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Colombia Operational
The DEA actively monitors drug flows into the U.S. and cooperates with Colombian institutions to interdict trafficking.
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Julius Operational
The DEA interacts with Chief Administrative Law Judge Julius in a formal legal capacity, involving hearings and motions.
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Saritha Komatireddy Structural
Saritha Komatireddy served as the chief of staff for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Boise Operational
Boise representatives actively engage with the DEA, commenting on policy gaps and agency procedures.
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Administrative Procedure Act Structural
DEA proceedings are formally governed by the rules established in the Administrative Procedure Act.
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Department of Health & Human Services Structural
HHS provides policy recommendations that guide the operational decisions of the DEA.
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Bernalillo County Operational
DEA actions and allegations regarding fentanyl flow and opioid crises directly influence the conditions within Bernalillo County.
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu Operational
Tinubu is engaged in ongoing legal disputes and court interventions with the DEA regarding records and past investigations.
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Glenn Transactional
The DEA conducted an investigation into Glenn's drug distribution network.
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Curaleaf Structural
The DEA exercises regulatory and oversight authority over Curaleaf's operations within the controlled cannabis industry.
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Juan Carlos Valencia González Structural
The DEA has formally designated Juan Carlos Valencia González as a most wanted fugitive.
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Compass Pathways Structural
Compass Pathways' launch is pending regulatory rescheduling by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Costa Rica Operational
The two entities are engaged in coordinated international operations targeting organized crime.
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Gabe Vasquez Operational
Gabe Vasquez actively demands answers and inquiries regarding the operations and policies of the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Cambodia Operational
The DEA and Cambodian anti-drug police conduct joint operations targeting transnational drug networks.
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Ron Wyden Transactional
Wyden alleges the DEA engaged in procedural obstruction regarding document requests.
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Walmart Structural
Walmart is subject to formal oversight and regulation by the DEA regarding controlled substance practices.
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Xiang Yuan Structural
Xiang Yuan is subject to regulation by the Drug Enforcement Administration regarding controlled substances.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Operational
CDC data informs DEA investigations and focuses on opioid issues.
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Aaron Greenspan Transactional
Aaron Greenspan filed a FOIA lawsuit seeking records from the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Neal Structural
Neal serves as an assistant special agent for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
14 events- DEA task force operates in New Mexico, following combat service from Kuwait, while Congressman Gabe Vasquez represents the state.
- Howell, a former DEA agent, alleges that fentanyl has reached New Mexico.
- FDA, DEA, and HHS agencies are facing scrutiny over policy gaps and aligning their decisions in Boise.
- DEA investigated Cortez for drug trafficking in San Antonio, where the agency maintains a division.
- The DEA opposed a motion before Chief Administrative Law Judge Julius, noting that both agencies lack comprehensive scheduling policies.
- An Executive Order is intended to fast-track marijuana rescheduling, impacting DEA efforts in the Canadian market.
- Federal agents searched Ilhan Omar's home, linked to narco-tunnels smuggling drugs into San Diego.
- Matthew John Strait previously oversaw DEA diversion-control matters.
- Both the FDA and the Drug Enforcement Administration regulate stimulant medications.
- DEA classified substances as Schedule I controlled substances while students at the University of Mississippi were involved in drug deaths.
- The DEA has banned synthetic kratom in New York City, despite stores continuing to sell the prohibited substance.
- CBP reported a maritime enforcement action in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and subsequently transferred the case to the DEA.
- Criminals are impersonating a warning office of the FBI and DEA in Newark.
- Criminal networks are shipping cocaine to Europe, prompting the US to deploy DEA personnel to Uruguay.
September 2026
18 events- Rogue agents are allegedly causing instability within the government of The Bahamas.
- Agencies (FDA and DEA) implement a regulatory shift concerning cannabis.
- DEA conducted operations in North Texas and across Central America and Guatemala.
- The DOJ has included the DEA to enforce new substance rules, noting that Kratom originates in Southeast Asia.
- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) searched a home in Los Angeles for evidence on September 22, 2026.
- The Drug Enforcement Administration is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Hayden Panettiere.
- The DEA is investigating drug trafficking operations in Oklahoma and partnering with racing organizations for awareness campaigns.
- Drug rings are described as operating like mini-states.
- DEA conducted an undercover investigation in Baltimore, tracking a subject who traveled from Baltimore to Houston.
- Medicare and the Drug Enforcement Administration imposed complex regulatory requirements on pharmacies.
- Brett Kavanaugh previously clerked under staff at the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- DEA conducted Operation Conch arrests in Key West, while a newspaper planned HQ there and a hurricane diverted travelers from Jacksonville.
- The DEA is involved in a major opioid lawsuit in Wilmington, Delaware, facing a company, with a judge presiding over the case.
- Due to the closures of Bi-Mart and CVS, Fred Meyer has become the sole DEA registered pharmacy.
- Iowa legislature debated a kratom ban while a federal agency rescheduled synthetic drug versions.
- A high-level Intel Summit is underway in northern Virginia, featuring keynote speakers from the DEA, CIA, NRO, and FBI.
- Under DEA action, a clinician in Massachusetts is tracking Southeast Asian herbs related to the ongoing crackdown.
- The DEA continues operations despite expert warnings regarding the use of funds, involving the Partnership to End Addiction.
August 2026
16 events- US and Colombian agencies conducted joint drug interdiction operations, while HSI teamed up with Panama to intercept narcotics heading to Costa Rica.
- Raúl Torrez demanded policies and records from the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- A DEA investigation is underway in Newark, involving the New Jersey State Police and the office of the U.S. Attorney for Morris County, where Robert Frazer serves.
- Tinubu seeks release of DEA and FBI records, prompting a lawsuit by Aaron Greenspan in a US court.
- DEA and U.S. expand cooperation with Colombia to intensify the fight against drug cartels.
- Addiction treatment and resource fairs are underway in South Carolina, where the DEA is monitoring the potent drug fentanyl.
- The Drug Enforcement Administration added 7OH-related substances to Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
- Trump prioritized efforts to curb the flow of fentanyl.
- Randy Wilson and Sandra Wilson are involved in a tragic incident after their son died from acute drug intoxication, prompting DEA action and FDA warnings.
- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulates kratom and related compounds in Nida.
- Businesses in Rapid City, South Dakota, may require DEA registration for state program participation, as noted by Puffy's Dispensary location.
- DEA investigates a drug trafficking ring involving Glenn and Cory Wilson, moving methamphetamine from Atlanta to Milledgeville.
- HSI and DEA are investigating DeQuavious Wagner regarding his drug trafficking operation.
- Robert R. Summerhays presided over a case in the Western District of Louisiana investigating suspected crack cocaine trafficking.
- DEA and ATF arrested Samuel Rodrigo Melo Santos in Mexico following an investigation into illegal entry and firearm possession.
- The Indian Ministry of External Affairs is engaged in bilateral talks with US agencies in Vienna, Austria, concerning cooperation between Indian agencies like NCB and the DEA.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
7 events- Coordinated international operation against organized crime involving the Drug Enforcement Administration and Costa Rican judicial bodies.
- HHS announced regulatory expansions for telehealth services and compliance with controlled substance prescribing rules.
- DOJ actions involving various federal law enforcement partners were reported, alongside criticism from Tammy Duckworth regarding the administration's immigration policy.
- Bipartisan leaders introduced Senate Bill S. 545 to empower the DEA to track the manufacturing of illicit substances, specifically addressing issues like xylazine.
- Drug cartels are utilizing Suriname and Guyana for transit, leading to DEA-assessed strikes and monitoring of cocaine supply.
- Trump issued an order and the Drug Enforcement Administration intervened regarding drug issues.
- The DEA is investigating the distribution of cocaine that is being smuggled from Mexico into the U.S.
June 2026
5 events- The DEA is operating in New Mexico concerning the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, specifically investigating the handling of synthetic opioid shipments.
- DEA case involving Eric Jonathan Gardiner and the Davis administration speaking in the House of Assembly.
- The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) established an official working relationship with Mexican counterparts, while the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) continued investigations into the importation and trafficking of drugs by the Guadalajara Cartel.
- AP investigation revealed DEA monitoring strategy issues, leading to a request for an internal probe by DEA Administrator Terry Cole.
- The DEA investigated Gardiner's drug trafficking network, which operated in the Bahamas, leading to charges in a New York court.