Record Fentanyl Seizures at US-Mexico Border Highlight Growing Crisis

Customs officers in California and Arizona confiscate millions of fentanyl pills in historic drug busts.

CBP officers in California found 71 pounds of fentanyl worth over $5 million hidden in a truck's spare tire.
Arizona officers seized 4 million fentanyl pills, the largest single bust in the agency's history.
The seizures are part of Operation Apollo and Operation Plaza Spike, targeting fentanyl trafficking and cartel operations.
Fentanyl is responsible for nearly 70% of overdose deaths in the US, with tens of thousands of fatalities annually.
President Biden has called for increased intelligence and law enforcement efforts to combat the flow of fentanyl into the country.