Republican attorneys general are pressing the Trump administration to take swift action against what they describe as a significant 'loophole' facilitating the influx of fentanyl into the United States. At the center of their concern is the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Entry Type 86, a process intended to expedite the entry of low-value shipments.
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman has been particularly vocal, asserting that Entry Type 86 is being exploited by cartels to smuggle fentanyl undetected. He argues that the streamlined process, designed for legitimate trade, lacks adequate scrutiny, making it susceptible to abuse by criminal organizations. Coleman and his counterparts believe this 'loophole' is directly contributing to the ongoing opioid crisis plaguing communities across the nation.
The attorneys general are calling on the Trump administration to implement stricter regulations and enhance oversight of Entry Type 86 shipments. They propose increased inspections, improved tracking mechanisms, and closer collaboration between CBP and other law enforcement agencies. Their goal is to ensure that legitimate trade continues unimpeded while effectively preventing the exploitation of the system for illicit purposes. The urgency of their request reflects the escalating concerns surrounding fentanyl and its devastating impact on American lives.
Republican AGs Call for Action on Fentanyl 'Loophole'
A group of Republican attorneys general is urging the Trump administration to address a perceived vulnerability in U.S. Customs and Border Protection procedures. They claim a specific entry type, known as Entry Type 86, is being exploited to smuggle fentanyl into the country. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is leading the charge, arguing the current system allows for unchecked shipments of the deadly opioid. The AGs are calling for immediate action to close this alleged 'loophole' and strengthen border security.