The United States is facing a serious problem with fentanyl and other dangerous synthetic drugs. Experts believe that if the government wants to tackle this crisis, it needs to step up its efforts against every part of the drug trade, from manufacturing to distribution. Unfortunately, as time goes by, the situation is becoming more complicated because drug traffickers are getting smarter and more organized.

A Tragic Toll

Last year, over 100,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, with more than 70,000 of those deaths caused by synthetic opioids like fentanyl, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Even though the government has spent billions on addiction treatment, many experts argue that it's not enough because these drugs are so widely available. They believe that the supply of fentanyl needs to be drastically reduced to make a real difference.

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