Albuquerque partners with the DEA on investigations, while the Mayor criticizes DEA policy regarding seized pills.
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What happened
Albuquerque partners with the DEA on investigations, while the Mayor criticizes DEA policy regarding seized pills.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.DEA office in Albuquerque allegedly failed operations, allowing drug shipments into New Mexico.1 source
Mayor criticizes DEA policy and requests an inquiry into drug seizure practices in Albuquerque.1 source
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The DEA is operating in New Mexico concerning the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, specifically investigating the handling of synthetic opioid shipments.Also in this story
- Governor Lujan Grisham addresses the drug crisis in New Mexico and seeks federal intervention on drug policy.
- Biden's policy is criticized for lax border control, allowing fentanyl to flood New Mexico streets.
The entities involved
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Albuquerque
city and county seat of Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States and the largest city in the state
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Drug Enforcement Administration
United States federal law enforcement agency
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