Trump threatens tariffs on China over fentanyl, amid US drug crisis and trade tensions.

Fentanyl, a highly potent opioid, has become a major issue between the US and China, with President-elect Trump threatening tariffs on Chinese goods over the drug's flow into the US. China denies accusations of facilitating fentanyl supplies and has expanded its list of controlled chemicals used to make the drug. Trump plans tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada to pressure them on drug trafficking and illegal immigration, with critics and supporters debating the effectiveness and impact of these measures.

November 26, 2024
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