Terrorism | Narcoterrorism Is a Serious Threat

Prior to [the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks] the law enforcement community typically addressed drug trafficking and terrorist activities as separate issues. In the wake of the terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, DC, and Pennsylvania, these two criminal activities are visibly intertwined. For the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), investigating the link between drugs and terrorism has taken on renewed importance. More importantly, it has heightened the visibility of DEA’s mission—one that was present even before September 11th.

A Long-Standing Link...

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