(TheProudRepublic.com) – In a major victory for President-elect Donald Trump’s tough-on-crime policies, opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. have plummeted to their lowest levels since 2020.
This dramatic turnaround comes as America rejects the failed “soft on drugs” approach of the Biden administration, proving once again that strong leadership and conservative values are the keys to solving the country’s most pressing issues.
According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), opioid-related fatalities have decreased by a staggering 18% over the past year.
This significant drop translates to approximately 70,655 deaths for the year ending June 2024, compared to the alarming peak of over 86,000 deaths last summer under Biden’s watch.
While the current administration attempts to take credit for this improvement, it is clear that Trump’s tenure laid the groundwork for this success.
Moreover, Trump’s no-nonsense approach to border security and his unwavering commitment to law and order have played a crucial role in stemming the tide of illegal drugs flooding into our communities.
The president has made addressing the drug overdose crisis a cornerstone of his campaign, proposing bold measures such as mandatory treatment for homeless addicts and the death penalty for drug dealers.
“Under Kamala, drug overdose deaths are up 18%. But we’re going to stop the scourge,” Trump said last week, speaking to the Fraternal Order of Police in North Carolina.
Trump’s statement highlights the direct link between the current administration’s failures and the devastating impact on American lives.
While Kamala Harris attempts to deflect blame, the facts speak for themselves, as her tenure has been marked by a surge in drug-related deaths and a failure to secure the orders.
Meanwhile, it is worth noting that despite the recent improvements, opioid overdose death rates remain higher than pre-pandemic levels.
The success in reducing overdose deaths is not limited to opioids alone. Fatal overdoses from other drugs, including cocaine and stimulants, are also on the decline.
This comprehensive improvement is a testament to the effectiveness of conservative approaches to law enforcement and public health.
However, the battle is far from over, as several states in the Northwest, including Alaska, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming, continue to grapple with high overdose rates.
This implies that following liberal strongholds brings the consequences of embracing “progressive” drug policies and lax border control measures.
Even though the fight against the opioid epidemic is far from over, the recent decline in overdose deaths means otherwise.
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