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Lawmakers press State Department on counter‑drug efforts and fentanyl; Rubio highlights law‑enforcement capacity building in the region
Summary
Representative Suskomani and others asked how the State Department request would prioritize counter‑narcotics and border security, especially on fentanyl. Secretary Rubio said the administration preserved key bureaus and seeks to help partners build law‑enforcement capacity to disrupt transnational criminal organizations.
Members of the subcommittee pressed Secretary Rubio about how the State Department’s FY 2026 request and reorganization will address transnational organized crime and the fentanyl crisis that U.S. communities face.
Representative Suskomani (transcript labeled 'Suskimani') said border encounters remain high and fentanyl continues to ravage communities. Rubio said the administration…
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