US EditionMajority of Fentanyl, Known, Suspected Terrorists Coming Through Northern Border
- In February 2025, President Donald Trump became the first U.S. President to announce a national emergency concerning the northern border with Canada, addressing issues related to drug trafficking and human smuggling.
- This action responded to longstanding concerns about fentanyl shipments and increased terrorist apprehensions through the northern border amid challenges in federal cooperation.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported 57,303 apprehensions at the northern border through April 30, 2025, including 1,216 known or suspected terrorists, representing 64% of such arrests nationwide.
- Rep. Claudia Tenney remarked that fentanyl shipments from Canada have decreased, while a spokesperson for the Canadian Border Services Agency emphasized ongoing efforts to enhance border security.
- The declaration led to expanded U.S. Military border security measures and intensified U.S.-Canada cooperation to counter narcotics and terror threats despite continuing operational challenges.
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