Flooding US With Fentanyl is Part of China’s ‘Unrestricted Welfare’

Published on April 25, 2024

Commentary Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is linked to nearly 100,000 deaths annually in the United States, surpassing the fatality toll of many historical conflicts. On April 17, a significant U.S. Congressional hearing was convened to scrutinize the role of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in this burgeoning crisis. Central to the inquiry is whether the CCP’s involvement stems from negligence or a deliberate strategy to allow substantial quantities of fentanyl into the United States. During a segment on the program “Pinnacle View,” independent producer Li Jun discussed the ongoing congressional investigations. The hearings, collectively titled “Defending America from the Chinese Communist Party’s Political Warfare,” suggest a multifaceted strategy by the CCP that extends beyond conventional military engagements....