The Department of Homeland Security reported a significant increase in drug seizures in August.

Customs and Border Protection officers identified the uptick over the summer, reversing a trend of recent months with a relatively low number of drug apprehensions. According to a press release from DHS, August was the “third-highest monthly total of drug seizures” since President Donald Trump began his second term on January 20, 2025.

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“As part of its mission to stop harmful drugs from entering the United States, Customs and Border Prot

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