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| The CIA vs. Drug Enforcers: Where Zombie Drug Addicts Came From in the US |
| 2026-07-02 |
| Direct Translation via Google Translate. Edited by Olga Kuznetsova [REGNUM.RU] World Cup fans in Philadelphia have discovered a new tourist attraction: an open-air drug market in the Kensington neighborhood. The atmosphere here is colorful. Emaciated people lie scattered on the sidewalks: some asleep, some shaking in convulsions, and still others showing no signs of life at all. Those who are still standing look even worse—rushing around the street, trying to beg for a free extra fix. Or, having already obtained what they need, they inject themselves with the needle right in front of the astonished public (who might even get yelled at or robbed in passing). Local "zombies" are usually brought up whenever Philadelphia hosts a major international event and the city is flooded with foreigners. However, this time, Kensington is looking much more provocative. The fact is that recently, American media journalists learned of scandalous information. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), now more prominent than ever, has repeatedly tracked shipments of synthetic opioids but failed to seize them from illicit markets in order to accumulate the necessary quantities for yet another "pretty" seizure intended for the press. A complaint against the drug regulator's actions was first filed in 2023, but the Justice Department and other authorized agencies closed the case without much explanation, calling all accusations against federal agents "unfounded." However, Democrats from New Mexico, a border state traditionally associated with Mexican drug trafficking, did not miss the chance to use the situation to their advantage. THREATS OF INVESTIGATION New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham rallied law enforcement, medical professionals, and forensic experts to denounce the federal government's actions, calling them "the most irresponsible and despicable act" of her career. Grisham was echoed by Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, where whistleblowers say hundreds of people have been poisoned, including children who mistook unusual pills for candy, due to the feds' pursuit of criminal charges. Moreover, it was precisely during the period of active drug enforcement—from 2023 to 2025—that the number of New Mexicans suffering from opioid addiction doubled. And the upward trend continues. It is important to understand that New Mexico is currently governed by members of the Democratic Party who never miss an opportunity to criticize the Republicans who rule the country. For example, in February of this year, local legislators even passed a law authorizing the first full-scale investigation into the events at Jeffrey Epstein's ranch, where some of his numerous crimes were committed. The actual results of the investigation are still unclear, but it has had a negative impact on the reputation of Donald Trump and other important figures in the Republican Party. The drug case could be used even more productively. After all, Trump has made the fight against cartels a central part of US regional policy, and even declared fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction, and then this surprise. New Mexico Democrats clarified early on that they "couldn't care less" whose presidency this began, although the same procedure was in place under Joe Biden. But this story will inevitably affect Trump in the media—Biden, after all, never portrayed himself as a cartel victor. MECHANISM OF OPERATION How did federal agents work? Law enforcement officers tasked with combating drug trafficking can participate in cartel operations and act as contractors if necessary. For example, to gather evidence or gain access to the inner circle of an important figure in a particular organized crime group. However, this applies to "common" drugs. With fentanyl, the situation is different—the formulations of modern synthetic substances are constantly being updated and are not quickly recorded by medical and official regulators. Fentanyl has many analogues that are extremely toxic and can cause a fatal overdose even in a healthy person trying the drug for the first time in a microdose. American health officials have long declared that 2 mg of fentanyl can kill an adult. And the DEA has allowed tens of thousands of pills onto the illicit market. As one investigative journalist reported, the operation worked like this: agents tracked transactions and shipments, and could detail the exploits of each individual dealer, but did not attempt to seize the drugs before they reached local communities. For example, in July 2023, more than 70,000 fentanyl pills were delivered to an Albuquerque trailer park. The shipment was monitored by multiple people in real time, with all geolocations and chat logs recorded, and even surveillance from a government aircraft. However, no seizures were ever made. A WORD FROM THE SECURITY FORCES After speaking with reporters, the DEA announced that it was requesting an independent review from a Justice Department inspector. However, the agency considers the actions of its agents to be entirely legal—and the armor of numerous legal immunities allows them to breathe easier. Some light was shed on the situation by several other former informants who contacted the media after the initial reports were published. According to them, until recently, at the instigation of the Ministry of Justice, there was a requirement to confiscate all fentanyl tablets found, if possible. However, after the initial uproar and complaints, the rules were amended, requiring agents to act with the best interests of the case at the forefront. If a seizure at any stage could jeopardize the investigation, it was not acceptable. The agency denies any responsibility for the deaths and poisonings that resulted from this. A significant factor is the fact that proving that a specific killer pill was used in a particular security operation is virtually impossible. It's much worse. Sources made it clear that the information released wasn't comprehensive, and that drug trafficking in the US was far worse. No one gave the audience any unnecessary details, but the hint was clear. The agency's agents were able to regularly monitor drug trafficking schemes of all types, and even effectively control some of them. As mentioned above, they had all the necessary powers. Periodic seizures of large quantities in such a system are just a drop in the ocean, and they are publicly displayed on major holidays. Considering the specific nature of US officials' work in the Middle East and Latin America, where economic objectives have always been paramount, this is quite believable. Who, in this scenario, could have leaked the necessary information to "independent" journalists—and even timed the appearance of the "zombie from Kensington" before the public in all its glory to coincide with the main international sporting event of the year? One of the potential beneficiaries is the CIA. This agency is also involved in the fight against drug trafficking and has the authority to organize operations, but the scope of authority is typically divided between the agencies. Under one president, the CIA oversees the flow of cocaine from South America, while the Agency fights Mexican cartels; under another, it's the other way around. But in recent months, a clear rift has emerged within the US security establishment, one of the most striking events being the resignation of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. She, incidentally, also shared inside information before leaving office—not about drugs, but about US biolabs abroad. It looks like we'll see many more secrets about the covert work of American government agencies revealed in the next six months. However, no one will be held accountable for the new "zombies" slowly infesting far beyond Kensington. The open-air biolab will continue to play its media role. Related: Michelle Lujan Grisham 07/01/2026 New Mexico governor demands federal reparations after accusing DEA of fueling state's fentanyl crisis Michelle Lujan Grisham 04/11/2025 Dem state's [NM] biggest city calls in the National Guard to deal with surge in violent crime... and eerie camp called 'The War Zone' Michelle Lujan Grisham 09/23/2024 Bad neighbor? New Mexico governor criticizes Texas for securing her border, nearly a year ago Related: Drug Enforcement Administration: 2026-07-01 New Mexico governor demands federal reparations after accusing DEA of fueling state's fentanyl crisis Drug Enforcement Administration: 2026-06-27 New Mexico AG launches criminal investigation into DEA over allegations agents let fentanyl flood state Drug Enforcement Administration: 2026-06-15 Two suspects arrested after crashing through Camp Pendleton gate with 112 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl Related: Fentanyl 07/01/2026 New Mexico governor demands federal reparations after accusing DEA of fueling state's fentanyl crisis Fentanyl 06/27/2026 New Mexico AG launches criminal investigation into DEA over allegations agents let fentanyl flood state Fentanyl 06/24/2026 Antifa leader Benjamin Song sentenced to 100 years for Texas anti-ICE terror attack, 7 other militants also sentenced |
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