Mexican security forces seized over a ton of fentanyl pills in Sinaloa, marking the largest fentanyl bust in the nation's history. Authorities reported that the operation netted approximately 2,410 pounds of the synthetic opioid with an estimated worth of $400 million.
The timing, some experts said, might not be a coincidence as the operation comes days after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada unless both countries ramped up efforts to curb drug trafficking and illegal migration. Canada, on its end, has said it plans to deploy drones, helicopters, and personnel to address the incoming president's concerns over smuggling.
