Kash Patel: India's Key Role in US Fentanyl Fight Against China
Former FBI Director Kash Patel revealed on The Joe Rogan Experience that the U.S. is collaborating with Indian law enforcement to combat a China-backed fentanyl trafficking network.
India's Role as Transit Point
While India isn't a fentanyl consumer, it serves as a crucial transit point for chemical precursors originating from China and destined for Mexican cartels. Patel stated that this makes India a key partner in disrupting the supply chain.
Targeted Campaign Allegations
Patel emphasized that the absence of fentanyl deaths in India, unlike the U.S., suggests a targeted campaign by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He believes the CCP is strategically deploying fentanyl to destabilize American society.
Joint Operations and Legal Action
He has personally engaged with Indian officials, leading to joint operations aimed at identifying and shutting down Indian companies involved in precursor redistribution. Patel also proposed international legal action, including sanctions and arrests to further disrupt the trafficking network.
Global Implications
Patel noted that cartels are using Canada as an alternative distribution point and that the CCP's motive is geopolitical sabotage. He urged Five Eyes allies to dismantle production networks before they become operational threats.
National Security Threat
Patel views the fentanyl crisis as a tier-one national security threat, emphasizing the need for international cooperation to address the issue effectively.
