Meth Seizures to Double; DEA Issues Warning | JQJO

DEA seizures of methamphetamine are expected to double this year, reaching approximately 70,000 pounds, nearly matching 2024's total. Acting DEA Administrator Robert Murphy highlights the Mexican cartels' complete control over the meth trade, their innovative smuggling methods, and the concerning trend of meth being disguised as other drugs, particularly targeting college students. While overall drug overdose deaths decreased, meth-related overdoses saw a smaller decline, emphasizing the growing threat. The DEA is holding a press conference to address this surge.