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Trump signs executive order classifying fentanyl as 'weapon of mass destruction'

President Donald Trump has declared fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction. This executive order aims to target financial assets and sanctions on groups involved in fentanyl trafficking. The administration will enhance cooperation between the Pentagon and Justice Department. Intelligence resources previously used for other weapons of mass destruction will now focus on fentanyl smuggling networks.

16 Dec 2025 9:14 am